depressiveattack
nounUK /dɪˈprɛsɪv əˈtæk/
US /dɪˈprɛsɪv əˈtæk/
A sudden time when someone feels very sad and worried all at once.
She had a depressive attack after hearing the bad news.
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2. A short period when a person's mood falls very low.
He described a depressive attack that lasted the whole afternoon.
3. A sudden strong feeling of hopelessness.
The depressive attack made her want to stay in bed.
4. A brief episode of intense emotional distress.
Talking to a friend helped her get through the depressive attack.