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unhappiness Antonyms
Opposite of unhappiness
Because the opposite of unhappiness shifts with each meaning, the 13 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• noun (Context 1)
The state or feeling of being sad, sorrowful, or lacking joy and contentment.
Usage Example
"A sense of deep happiness settled over the household after the sudden loss of their family pet."
Strongest
happiness
joy
delight
Strong
cheerfulness
bliss
gladness
felicity
elation
• noun (Context 2)
Dissatisfaction, displeasure, or annoyance regarding a particular situation, decision, or event.
Usage Example
"Several employees expressed their satisfaction with the new scheduling policy during the staff meeting."
Strongest
satisfaction
contentment
pleasure
Strong
gratification
approval
Similar words to unhappiness
Words similar to unhappiness shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
dissatisfaction
sadness
discontent
displeasure
sorrow
misery
disgruntlement
dejection
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Unhappiness. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/unhappiness