What does weltschmerz mean in English?
noun. welt·schmerz ˈvelt-ˌshmerts. often capitalized. : mental depression or apathy caused by comparison of the actual state of the world with an ideal state. : a mood of sentimental sadness.
(Merriam-Webster.com)
Who knew there was a word for this?!
We must contact the New Words Department, American English Branch, and get a word for this nearly universal condition.
Thanks Mike for getting the ball rolling!