sadness (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈsædnəs/
Definition
A state of being unhappy, sorrowful, or mournful.
Examples
A wave of sadness washed over her as she read the old letters.
He felt a deep sadness after his pet passed away.
The movie ended on a note of profound sadness, leaving the audience thoughtful.
How to Use sadness
- sadness over (prepositional phrase)
- The feeling of unhappiness caused by a specific event or situation. — "The sadness over his departure lingered for weeks."
- sadness at (prepositional phrase)
- The feeling of unhappiness caused by a specific event or situation. — "There was sadness at the news of the king's death."
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