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Meaning of sadness
A feeling of emotional pain, sorrow, or regret
Etymology of sadness
The word "sadness" originates from the Old English word "sæd," which means "sorrowful" or "sad"
It is related to the Old Norse word "saðr," which means "sorrowful" or "sorry"
The word has been used in the English language since the 13th century to describe a feeling of emotional pain or sorrow
Synonyms
sorrow
grief
melancholy
unhappiness
despair
misery
despondency
dejection
depression
gloom
sorrowfulness
mournfulness
somberness
glumness
dreariness
desolation
hopelessness
heartache
heartbreak
anguish
woe
distress
affliction
tribulation
pain
suffering
discomfort
discontent
displeasure
dissatisfaction
regret
remorse
wretchedness
pitifulness
patheticness
mournfulness
lugubriousness
Definitions
- A feeling of sadness, sorrow, or regret
- * A state of emotional pain or distress
- * A condition of being unhappy or discontent
Usage Examples
- The news of her passing filled me with sadness and grief
- * The sadness in his eyes was palpable as he reflected on his past mistakes
- * The poem expressed a deep sense of sadness and longing for a lost love
Antonyms
happiness
joy
cheerfulness
delight
pleasure
satisfaction
contentment
euphoria
elation
ecstasy
bliss
glee
jubilation
triumph
thrill
excitement
enthusiasm
optimism
hopefulness
confidence
cheer
gladness
jollity
liveliness
vibrancy
energy
zeal
passion
fervor
exuberance