Meaning & Definition of word "Sadness"

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    Sadness

    /ˈsædnəs/

    noun:

    • 1. a state of emotional pain or distress characterized by feelings of sorrow, unhappiness, or grief.
      • Example: After hearing the news of her friend’s passing, she was overwhelmed by a deep sadness.
    • 2. the quality of being sad.
      • Example: There was an unmistakable sadness in his eyes as he spoke about the lost opportunities.
    • 3. a cause or reason for feeling sad; a source of unhappiness.
      • Example: The sadness of the situation was compounded by the loss of her job.

    Etymology

    Middle English, from sad + -ness.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    state of sadness:

    An ongoing feeling or condition of being sad.

    burst into tears:

    To suddenly start crying due to overwhelming sadness.

    feeling blue:

    Informal expression meaning to feel sad or depressed.

    Related Words

    sorrow:

    A feeling of deep distress caused by loss, disappointment, or tragedy.

    melancholy:

    A deep, persistent sadness or gloom.

    depression:

    A more severe and prolonged mental health condition often marked by persistent sadness.

    Slang Meanings of sadness

    Meaning: Feeling down

    Example Sentence: I've been feeling down lately after the breakup.

    Meaning: In the dumps

    Example Sentence: After losing the game, he was really in the dumps.