unhappiness
10 synonyms and 1 antonym for unhappiness, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The state or feeling of not being happy.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use unhappiness
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
feelings of unhappiness
cause unhappiness
deep unhappiness
Etymology
From unhappy + -ness.
Full origin of unhappiness →Frequently asked questions
What does “unhappiness” mean?
The word “unhappiness” means the state or feeling of not being happy. In plain terms, the feeling or state of being unhappy — sadness or dissatisfaction.
How do you use “unhappiness” in a sentence?
Here is “unhappiness” used in a sentence: “Years of unhappiness in the marriage finally led to divorce.”
What part of speech is “unhappiness”?
“Unhappiness” is a noun.
Is “unhappiness” a common word?
“Unhappiness” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
