Unhappy Definition
unhappy
adjective
- experiencing or marked by or causing sadness or sorrow or discontent; "unhappy over her departure"; "unhappy with her raise"; "after the argument they lapsed into an unhappy silence"; "had an unhappy time at school"; "the unhappy (or sad) news"; "he looks so sad"
- generalized feeling of distress
- causing discomfort; "the unhappy truth"
- marked by or producing unhappiness; "infelicitous circumstances"; "unhappy caravans, straggling afoot through swamps and canebrakes"- American Guide Series
"Unhappy" in song lyrics
See how unhappy is used in real songs:
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"You're always lookin' good, but you look unhappy"
Lil' Cuete f/ Fingazz, Angel Rodriguez — Real Love * -
"At the end of the day, when I'm tired and unhappy"
Pops — Hustlin' for My Baby -
"My friend asked me why I'm so unhappy"
Spoonie Gee — Yum Yum
Words that rhyme with unhappy
Usage tips for "unhappy"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "unhappy" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for unhappy to find words that pair well.