sadness
Americannoun
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the quality or state of being sad; sorrow.
It’s frustrating to know the sadness you’re feeling and not be able to help you.
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an instance of sorrow.
How can you be so unaware of the sadnesses these children have experienced?
Etymology
Origin of sadness
First recorded in 1300–50; Middle English sadnesse; sad ( def. ) + -ness ( def. )
Example Sentences
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Speaking before the memorial he says that while St Patrick's Day, for many, is a day of celebration, it is "also a day of sadness in Dungannon".
From BBC
In a brief beat when they’re alone, he voices his sadness.
From Salon
Many expressed sadness about the loss of what had been a popular city landmark.
From BBC
The researchers said interactions like this could signal the child's sadness was unimportant.
From BBC
These included sadness, fatigue, anxiety, low mood, tension, irritability, anger and difficulty falling asleep.
From Science Daily
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