sad
Pronunciation
Adjective
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Positive |
- If someone feels sad, they have a bad feeling because of a loss or other problem. They are not happy.
- The sad boy cried.
- If something is sad, it make you feel unhappy.
- It was a sad movie.
Synonyms
- (opposite of happy) unhappy, gloomy, miserable, cheerless, depressed, down, glum, low, blue, melancholy, downcast
- (causing sadness) depressing, heartbreaking, distressing, heartrending, gloomy, dismal, disappointing, desolate, dreary
Antonyms
- (opposite of happy) happy, jovial, content, contented, pleased, glad, joyful, cheerful, in high spirits, blissful, exultant, ecstatic, delighted, cheery, on cloud nine, jolly, smiling, merry
- (causing sadness) heartening, encouraging, positive, uplifting, inspirational, cheery, cheerful