1. A conclusion or finale of a narrative, film, or artistic work characterized by sadness, pensiveness, or emotional melancholy rather than happiness or resolution
The novel had a melancholic ending that left readers contemplative and emotionally moved.
O romance teve um final melancólico que deixou os leitores contemplativos e emocionalmente comovidos.
2. A conclusion that conveys a sense of longing, regret, or wistfulness
The film's melancholic ending reflected the protagonist's unfulfilled dreams.
O final melancólico do filme refletia os sonhos não realizados do protagonista.