Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sadden
verb
/ˈsædn/
Definition
To make someone feel sorrowful or unhappy.
Examples
- Her news didn’t sadden me; I was happy for her.
- The movie’s ending will sadden even the toughest viewers.
- It’s hard not to sadden when you see the plight of the animals.
Meaning
To experience or cause a feeling of sadness or grief.
Synonyms
- distress
- upset
- depress
- mourn
- dishearten
