unhappy
Translation
unhappy, sad, dissatisfied
Examples
She was unhappy with the results.
She was unhappy with the results.
He had an unhappy childhood.
He had an unhappy childhood.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) is unhappy ((with/about sth.)) to be unhappy with/about something She was unhappy with the results.
to have an unhappy ((noun)) to have an unhappy (period of time) He had an unhappy childhood.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sad, miserable; Antonyms: happy, cheerful
Etymology
From the prefix 'un-' (not) and 'happy'. Literally means 'not happy'.
Memory Tips
The prefix 'un-' often means 'not' (e.g., unable, unkind). Think of it as the opposite of happy.