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View usage for: (ʌnhæpi) Word forms: comparative unhappier, superlative unhappiest1. adjectiveIf you are unhappy, you are sad and depressed. Her marriage is in trouble and she is desperately unhappy. He was a shy, sometimes unhappy man. I thought of my father's unhappy boyhood. Synonyms: sad, depressed, miserable, down More Synonyms of unhappy unhappily adverb [usually ADVERB with verb] 'I don't have your imagination,' King said unhappily. ...an unhappily married couple. unhappiness uncountable noun There was a lot of unhappiness in my adolescence. Synonyms: sadness, depression, misery, gloom More Synonyms of unhappy 2. adjective [verb-link ADJECTIVE, ADJECTIVE that]If you are unhappy about something, you are not pleased about it or not satisfied with it. He has been unhappy with his son's political leanings. [+ with] I suspect he isn't altogether unhappy about my absence. [+ about] A lot of Republicans are unhappy that the government isn't doing more. [+ that] [Also + at]Synonyms: displeased, discontented, disgruntled, disappointed More Synonyms of unhappy unhappiness uncountable noun He has, by resigning, signalled his unhappiness with the government's decision. [+ with] [Also + about , + that]Synonyms: discontent, dissatisfaction, displeasure, uneasiness More Synonyms of unhappy 3. adjective [ADJECTIVE noun]An unhappy situation or choice is not satisfactory or desirable. ...this unhappy chapter in the history of relations between our two countries. The legislation represents in itself an unhappy compromise. ...unhappy experiences of writing for television. Synonyms: inappropriate, awkward, clumsy, unsuitable More Synonyms of unhappy More Synonyms of unhappy unhappy in British English (ʌnˈhæpɪ) adjectiveWord forms: -pier or -piest1. not joyful; sad or depressed 2. unfortunate or wretched an unhappy fellow 3. tactless or inappropriate an unhappy remark Derived forms unhappily (unˈhappily) adverb unhappiness (unˈhappiness) noun unhappy in American English (ʌnˈhæpi) adjectiveWord forms: unˈhappier or unˈhappiest2. sad; wretched; sorrowful 3. not suitable or apt; ill-chosen 4. Obsolete evil; reprehensible Derived forms unhappily (unˈhappily) adverb unhappiness (unˈhappiness) noun Examples of 'unhappy' in a sentenceunhappy You're holding down a job, have an unhappy marriage and a dependent husband.All we know is that she is very depressed and unhappy.Your parents seem to be stuck in an unhappy marriage.She suggested that daydreaming and imagination were ways of turning unhappy thoughts into something creative.Unhappy marriages are just as likely to last as happy ones.Most entrepreneurs set up businesses because they are unhappy with something.Perhaps your parents had an unhappy marriage or have you been hurt by somebody you loved?It brought a long overdue end to an unhappy marriage.Her first marriage was an unhappy one.Is she feeling depressed or unhappy?Does he get depressed or unhappy?Senior police sources were unhappy that the Government was about to ditch it all.All were engaged and exercised about the vote, but unhappy with the choices on offer.Surely he doesn't want to give them an unhappy childhood?When shareholders really are unhappy about something, they vote against it.She traced her condition not to the fashion industry, but to a painfully unhappy childhood.He's unhappy about something but may be finding it hard to admit to you.Part of the answer to that question lies in the performer's ubiquitous unhappy childhood.He was depressed and unhappy at work, the city coroner was told.Tell him you can see he's unhappy and something has to be done to get him back in lessons.The Berlin Olympics provided an unhappy chapter in his life.Political sources said that members of the Government were unhappy about a transfer of Vale stock to a foreign company. QuotationsThose who are unhappy have no need for anything in this world but people capable of giving them their attentionSimone WeilWaiting on God In other languagesunhappy British English: unhappy / ʌnˈhæpɪ/ ADJECTIVE If you are unhappy, you are sad and depressed. He was a shy, sometimes unhappy man. - American English: unhappy
- Arabic: تَعِيس
- Brazilian Portuguese: infeliz
- Chinese: 不快乐的
- Croatian: nesretan
- Czech: nešťastný
- Danish: ulykkelig
- Dutch: ongelukkig
- European Spanish: infeliz
- Finnish: onneton
- French: malheureux
- German: unglücklich
- Greek: δυστυχισμένος
- Italian: infelice
- Japanese: 不幸な
- Korean: 슬픈
- Norwegian: ulykkelig
- Polish: nieszczęśliwy
- European Portuguese: infeliz
- Romanian: nefericit
- Russian: несчастливый
- Latin American Spanish: infeliz
- Swedish: olycklig
- Thai: เศร้า
- Turkish: mutsuz
- Ukrainian: нещасливий
- Vietnamese: buồn rầu
Chinese translation of 'unhappy' adj - [person]
愁苦的 (chóukǔ de) - (= unfortunate) [accident, event]
不幸的 (bùxìng de) - [childhood]
悲惨(慘)的 (bēicǎn de) to be unhappy about or with sth (= dissatisfied) 对(對)某事不满(滿) (duì mǒushì bùmǎn)
Definition sad or depressed Her boss is horrible and she is desperately unhappy. Synonyms long-faced down in the dumps (informal) Opposites happy , cheerful , joyful , content, satisfied , exuberant , good-humoured , genial, over the moon (informal) , overjoyed , chirpy (informal) , light-hearted Definition unfortunate or wretched I have already informed your unhappy father of your expulsion. He has been unhappy with his son's political leanings. Synonyms displeased disapproving of Opposites The legislation represents in itself an unhappy compromise. Synonyms infelicitous malapropos untactful Opposites becoming , suitable , apt , prudent , tactful QuotationThose who are unhappy have no need for anything in this world but people capable of giving them their attention [Simone Weil – Waiting on God]Additional synonymsDefinition clumsy or ungainly She made an awkward gesture with her hands. Synonyms clumsy, stiff, rude, blundering, coarse, bungling, lumbering, inept, unskilled, bumbling, unwieldy, ponderous, ungainly, gauche, gawky, uncouth, unrefined, artless, inelegant, uncoordinated, graceless, cack-handed (informal), unpolished, clownish, oafish, inexpert, maladroit, all thumbs, ungraceful, skill-less, unskilful, butterfingered (informal), unhandy, ham-fisted or ham-handed (informal), unco (Australian, slang) Definition depressed or unhappy There's no earthly reason for me to feel so blue. Synonyms depressed, low, sad, unhappy, fed up, gloomy, dismal, melancholy, glum, dejected, despondent, downcast, down in the dumps (informal), down in the mouth, low-spirited, down-hearted Definition lacking in skill or physical coordination I'd never seen a clumsier, less coordinated boxer. Synonyms awkward, blundering, bungling, lumbering, inept, bumbling, ponderous, ungainly, gauche, accident-prone, gawky, heavy, uncoordinated, cack-handed (informal), inexpert, maladroit, ham-handed (informal), like a bull in a china shop, klutzy (US, Canadian, slang), unskilful, butterfingered (informal), ham-fisted (informal), unco (Australian, slang) Additional synonymsDefinition disappointed or disheartened He looked crestfallen when he failed the exam. Synonyms disappointed, depressed, discouraged, dejected, despondent, downcast, disheartened, disconsolate, downhearted, chapfallen, sick as a parrot (informal), choked Definition in low spirits Everyone has days when they feel dejected or down. Synonyms downhearted, down, low, blue, sad, depressed, miserable, gloomy, dismal, melancholy, glum, despondent, downcast, morose, disheartened, wretched, disconsolate, crestfallen, doleful, down in the dumps (informal), cast down, sick as a parrot (informal), woebegone, low-spiritedDefinition low in spirits He seemed somewhat depressed. Synonyms sad, down, low, blue, unhappy, discouraged, fed up, moody, gloomy, pessimistic, melancholy, sombre, glum, mournful, dejected, despondent, dispirited, downcast, morose, disconsolate, crestfallen, doleful, downhearted, heavy-hearted, down in the dumps (informal), cheerless, woebegone, down in the mouth (informal), low-spiritedDefinition dejected or depressed He often felt despondent after these meetings. Synonyms dejected, sad, depressed, down, low, blue, despairing, discouraged, miserable, gloomy, hopeless, dismal, melancholy, in despair, glum, dispirited, downcast, morose, disheartened, sorrowful, wretched, disconsolate, doleful, downhearted, down in the dumps (informal), sick as a parrot (informal), woebegone, low-spiritedI was disappointed that she was not there. Synonyms let down, upset, distressed, discouraged, depressed, choked, disillusioned, discontented, dejected, disheartened, disgruntled, dissatisfied, downcast, saddened, disenchanted, despondent, downhearted, cast down Definition sad beyond comfort He was looking increasingly disconsolate. Synonyms sad, low, unhappy, miserable, gloomy, dismal, melancholy, forlorn, woeful, dejected, wretched, down in the dumps (informal) The government tried to appease discontented workers. Synonyms dissatisfied, complaining, unhappy, miserable, fed up, disgruntled, disaffected, vexed, pissed off (taboo, slang), displeased, fretful, cheesed off (British, slang), brassed off (British, slang), with a chip on your shoulder (informal) Definition sulky or discontented Disgruntled employees recently called for his resignation. Synonyms discontented, dissatisfied, annoyed, irritated, put out, hacked (off) (US, slang), grumpy, vexed, pissed off (taboo, slang), sullen, displeased, petulant, sulky, peeved, malcontent, testy, peevish, huffy, cheesed off (British, slang), hoha (New Zealand) I left feeling utterly dispirited. Synonyms disheartened, depressed, discouraged, down, low, sad, gloomy, glum, dejected, in the doldrums, despondent, downcast, morose, crestfallen, sick as a parrot (informal) Definition displeased or discontented He felt restless and dissatisfied. Synonyms discontented, frustrated, unhappy, disappointed, fed up, disgruntled, not satisfied, unfulfilled, displeased, unsatisfied, ungratified Additional synonymsDefinition depressed or unhappy The old man sounded really down. Synonyms depressed, low, sad, blue, unhappy, discouraged, miserable, fed up, dismal, pessimistic, melancholy, glum, dejected, despondent, dispirited, downcast, morose, disheartened, crestfallen, downhearted, down in the dumps (informal), sick as a parrot (informal), low-spiritedDefinition sad and dejected a glum, downcast expression Synonyms dejected, sad, depressed, unhappy, disappointed, discouraged, miserable, dismayed, choked, daunted, dismal, despondent, dispirited, disheartened, disconsolate, crestfallen, down in the dumps (informal), cheerless, sick as a parrot (informal) Definition despairing or sad He is gloomy about the fate of the economy. Synonyms miserable, down, sad, dismal, low, blue, pessimistic, melancholy, glum, dejected, despondent, dispirited, downcast, joyless, downhearted, down in the dumps (informal), cheerless, down in the mouth, in low spirits, chapfallen, moody, sullen, morose, crestfallen, saturnineDefinition unlucky the hapless victim struggled helplessly Synonyms unlucky, unfortunate, cursed, unhappy, miserable, jinxed, luckless, wretched, ill-starred, ill-fatedDefinition (of a person) acting without reasonable care or thought She said his remarks had been ill-advised. Synonyms misguided, inappropriate, foolish, rash, reckless, unwise, short-sighted, unseemly, foolhardy, thoughtless, indiscreet, ill-judged, ill-considered, imprudent, wrong-headed, injudicious, incautious, impolitic, overhasty Definition doomed or unlucky They are now home after their ill-fated trip abroad. Synonyms doomed, unfortunate, unlucky, unhappy, blighted, hapless, luckless, ill-starred, star-crossed, ill-omened Definition done or happening at an unsuitable time She argued that the tax cut was ill-timed. Synonyms inopportune, inappropriate, inconvenient, untimely, unwelcome, unseasonable, awkwardDefinition not suitable or fitting The Government's inept response turned this into a crisis. Synonyms unsuitable, inappropriate, out of place, ridiculous, absurd, meaningless, pointless, unfit, improper, inapt, infelicitous, malapropos Definition showing poor judgment Injudicious remarks by bankers were blamed for the devaluation. Synonyms unwise, foolish, rash, hasty, ill-advised, indiscreet, unthinking, ill-judged, imprudent, inconsiderate, ill-timed, incautious, impolitic, inexpedientDefinition in a weakened physical or mental state `I didn't ask for this job, you know,' he tells friends when he is low. Synonyms dejected, down, blue, sad, depressed, unhappy, miserable, fed up, moody, gloomy, dismal, forlorn, glum, despondent, downcast, morose, disheartened, downhearted, down in the dumps (informal), sick as a parrot (informal), cheesed off (informal), brassed off (British, slang) Additional synonymsDefinition unfortunate or unlucky the luckless parent of an extremely difficult child Synonyms unlucky, unfortunate, unsuccessful, hapless, unhappy, disastrous, cursed, hopeless, jinxed, calamitous, ill-starred, star-crossed, unpropitious, ill-fatedDefinition characterized by, causing, or expressing sadness It was at this time of day that I felt most melancholy. Synonyms sad, down, depressed, unhappy, low, blue, miserable, moody, gloomy, dismal, sombre, woeful, glum, mournful, dejected, despondent, dispirited, melancholic, downcast, lugubrious, pensive, sorrowful, disconsolate, joyless, doleful, downhearted, heavy-hearted, down in the dumps (informal), woebegone, down in the mouth, low-spiritedDefinition unhappy or depressed She went to bed, miserable and depressed. Synonyms sad, down, low, depressed, distressed, gloomy, dismal, afflicted, melancholy, heartbroken, desolate, forlorn, mournful, dejected, broken-hearted, despondent, downcast, sorrowful, wretched, disconsolate, crestfallen, doleful, down in the dumps (informal), woebegone, down in the mouth (informal) Definition feeling or expressing grief and sadness He looked mournful, even near to tears. Synonyms dismal, sad, unhappy, miserable, gloomy, grieving, melancholy, sombre, heartbroken, desolate, woeful, rueful, heavy, downcast, grief-stricken, lugubrious, disconsolate, joyless, funereal, heavy-hearted, down in the dumps (informal), cheerless, brokenheartedHis father's face looked suddenly soft and sorrowful. Synonyms sad, unhappy, miserable, sorry, depressed, painful, distressed, grieving, dismal, afflicted, melancholy, tearful, heartbroken, woeful, mournful, dejected, rueful, lugubrious, wretched, disconsolate, doleful, heavy-hearted, down in the dumps (informal), woebegone, piteous, sick at heart He had alienated many people with his tactless remarks. Synonyms insensitive, thoughtless, inconsiderate, sharp, rough, harsh, rude, blundering, careless, clumsy, inept, unkind, gauche, indiscreet, boorish, unfeeling, imprudent, impolite, unsubtle, discourteous, injudicious, indelicate, undiplomatic, uncivil, maladroit, impoliticDefinition having bad luck charity days to raise money for unfortunate people Synonyms unlucky, poor, unhappy, doomed, cursed, hopeless, unsuccessful, hapless, luckless, out of luck, wretched, star-crossed, unprosperous Definition not right or appropriate for a particular purpose Amy's shoes were unsuitable for walking any distance. Synonyms inappropriate, unacceptable, unfit, unfitting, out of place, improper, incompatible, ineligible, incongruous, unseemly, out of character, unsuited, unbecoming, out of keeping, unseasonable, unbefitting, inapt, infelicitous, inappositeDefinition in poor or pitiful circumstances wretched people living in abject poverty Synonyms unfortunate, poor, sorry, hapless, pitiful, luckless, star-crossed, pitiable |