sadden

[sad-n]

verb (used with or without object)

1. to make or become sad.

sadden

/ ˈsædən /

verb

1. to make or become sad

Other Word Forms

• saddeningly adverb
• unsaddened adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of sadden¹

First recorded in 1590–1600; sad + -en ¹

Example Sentences

A poll conducted shortly after Franco’s death showed that 29% of Spaniards felt an “irreparable loss,” with a further 53% feeling “pained and saddened.”

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Sir Chris Hoy, who has terminal prostate cancer, said he was "disappointed and saddened", while Cancer Research UK said it supported the committee's expert advice.

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In a statement posted on Instagram, her family said they were "deeply saddened" to announce "the passing of our beloved Pamela".

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Edgy Productions said it was "shocked and saddened" to hear that the school and staff were targeted with abuse.

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“It’s just such a tradition. I’m very saddened by it.”

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Related Words

• discourage 
• dishearten 
• dispirit 
• grieve