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adjective

Definition of saddeningnext
as in sad
causing unhappiness the saddening discovery that something is threatening the birds in the area

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saddening

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verb

present participle of sadden
as in depressing
to make sad the arrival of winter always saddens me

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for saddening
  1. sad
  2. depressing
  3. pathetic
  4. unfortunate
  5. worrying
Adjective
  • However, sad to say, Gmail accounts remain a prime target for attackers of all sorts and understanding the threat is key to getting a grip on mitigating it.
    Davey Winder, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
  • What kids gain from taking charge of their own feelings Having strong emotional regulation skills doesn’t mean kids won’t feel sad, angry, or frustrated — that’s part of being human.
    Amy Morin, Contributor, CNBC, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of sad
Verb
  • In Redfin's 2025 prediction report, analysts say the higher occurrence of natural disasters in these states could start depressing home prices, particularly in coastal Florida and hurricane-prone parts of Texas.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
  • In either case, residents may choose to leave an area, driving down asset prices and depressing the local economy.
    Justin Worland, TIME, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of depressing
Adjective
  • Tucker Carlson's Fox News replacement:Jesse Watters is perfectly pathetic These 3 Arizona spots were ranked among top US dive bars for food.
    Bill Goodykoontz, The Arizona Republic, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The over is the obvious bet here given the pathetic state of both defenses.
    Hank Gola, New York Daily News, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of pathetic
Adjective
  • The unfortunate trend is certainly concerning for a Lions team that is hoping to make a deep playoff run.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 16 Dec. 2024
  • My role has not been to judge or point fingers at any party involved in this unfortunate situation.
    Arlyssa D. Becenti, The Arizona Republic, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of unfortunate
Verb
  • Is there a nutrition concern that's worrying you?
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Is there a health problem that's worrying you?
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of worrying
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