noun B2 Upper-Intermediate Uncommon

unhappiness

Unhappiness (noun) means the state or feeling of not being happy. Example: “Years of unhappiness in the marriage finally led to divorce.”

noun

The state or feeling of not being happy.

"Years of unhappiness in the marriage finally led to divorce."

"His unhappiness was obvious to everyone at the office."

How to use unhappiness

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe feeling or state of being unhappy — sadness or dissatisfaction.

Common pairings

feelings of unhappiness cause unhappiness deep unhappiness

Word forms

unhappinesses plural

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Etymology

From unhappy + -ness.

Synonyms

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sadness

Related words

happiness sadness sorrow woe melancholy

Rhymes for unhappiness

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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.

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