Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
express-sadness
phrase
ɪkˈsprɛs ˈsædnɪs
Definition
To convey feelings of sorrow or unhappiness through words, actions, or expressions.
Examples
- After the loss of her pet, she needed to express sadness to her friends.
- Writing in her journal helped her express sadness in a healthy way.
- He found it difficult to express sadness when things didn’t go as planned.
Meaning
Expressing sadness involves sharing emotions related to grief, disappointment, or other negative feelings, often as a way to seek support or understanding.
Synonyms
- show sorrow
- communicate grief
- reveal unhappiness