unhappiness
Unhappiness (noun) means the state or feeling of not being happy. Example: “Years of unhappiness in the marriage finally led to divorce.”
noun
1
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 notesIn plain EnglishThe feeling or state of being unhappy — sadness or dissatisfaction.
Common pairings
feelings of unhappiness
cause unhappiness
deep unhappiness
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Word forms
- Plural
- unhappinesses
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Years of _____ in the marriage finally led to divorce.
Etymology
From unhappy + -ness.
Synonyms
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Related words
Rhymes for unhappiness
business
ugliness
laziness
holiness
happiness
craziness
weariness
readiness
emptiness
manliness
dizziness
tardiness
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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.
