Synonyms for

Saddens

Verb / ˈsædʌnz / Another word for saddens — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to cause someone to feel unhappy or sorrowful

Synonyms & similar words

sadden gladden depresses upsets distresses disappoints grieves troubles disheartens dismays discourages melancholies lowers darkens clouds unmans dispirits daunts crushes breaks

Example sentences

  1. The loss of her favorite toy saddens the little girl.
  2. The thought of leaving her family saddens her.
  3. The news of the accident saddens everyone who hears it.
  4. It saddens me to see how much trash people leave on the beach.
  5. The death of her cat saddens her deeply.

Quotes

  • I know that I am stupid but when I look around me I feel a lot better. - Unknown
  • The tragedy of life is not that it ends so soon, but that we wait so long to begin it. - Unknown
  • The worst kind of sadness is not being able to explain why. - Unknown

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