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Definition of: unhappy
(un·hap′ē) adjective ·pi·er, ·pi·est
1. Subject to conditions that prevent or destroy happiness; sad; depressed.
2. Causing or constituting misery, unrest, or dissatisfaction: unhappy circumstances.
3. Characterized by or exhibiting ill fortune; unfortunate; unpropitious.
4. Exhibiting lack of tact or judgment; inappropriate; inopportune.
5. Obs. Evil. See synonyms under BAD, SAD.
—un·hap′pi·ly adverb
—un·hap′pi·ness noun
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