sadness

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Definitions

n.

The feeling or state of being unhappy or sorrowful

悲伤;悲哀;忧愁

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
sadnessother
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Common Collocations

  • 1.overwhelming sadness难以承受的悲伤
  • 2.deep sadness深切的悲痛
  • 3.sense of sadness一种悲伤之感
  • 4.tinged with sadness带着一丝忧伤

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    A deep sadness came over her when she heard the news of his passing.

  • 2.

    The film captures the quiet sadness of growing old alone.

  • 3.

    He tried to hide his sadness behind a forced smile.

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