unhappy
/ʌnˈhæpi/adjective★Beginner
general
Feeling sad, dissatisfied, or displeased.
The child was unhappy because he couldn't go to the park.
The child felt sad or disappointed about not being able to go to the park.
Many employees are unhappy with the new company policy.
Many employees are dissatisfied or unhappy with the new company policy.
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Often used to describe emotions or reactions to situations.
Collocations
unhappy withdissatisfied withunhappy aboutdispleased about
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💡Pro Tip
Emotional Context
Use 'unhappy' to describe feelings of sadness or dissatisfaction, often in response to a situation or event.
📖Word Origin
From Middle English 'unhappy,' from 'un-' (not) + 'happy' (fortunate, happy).
📝Usage Notes
Commonly used to describe emotions or states of dissatisfaction. Can also describe situations or outcomes that are unsatisfactory.
Word Breakdown
un-
not
prefixhappy
joyful or content
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