Meaning of the word sad in English

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sad

US /sæd/

UK /sæd/

feeling or showing sorrow; unhappy.

Example:

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She felt sad after hearing the news.

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It was a sad day for everyone.

Synonym:

unhappy sorrowful depressed downcast gloomy

Synonym:

happy joyful cheerful glad merry

causing or characterized by sorrow or regret.

Example:

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It's a sad state of affairs.

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The news of the accident was very sad.

Synonym:

regrettable unfortunate deplorable lamentable distressing

Synonym:

happy joyful pleasant fortunate

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