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sadden

verb

Synonyms and Antonyms of sadden

to make sad
  • The arrival of winter always saddens me.
Synonyms of sadden

bum (out), burden, dash, deject, depress, get down, oppress, weigh down
Words Related to sadden

ail, distress, trouble

afflict, torment, torture

daunt, demoralize, discourage, dishearten, dismay, dispirit, unnerve

agitate, bother, concern, discomfort, discompose, disquiet, disturb, freak (out), perturb, undo, unhinge, unsettle, upset, worry
Near Antonyms of sadden

animate, enliven, invigorate

assure, comfort, console, reassure, solace, soothe

excite, inspire, stimulate

elate, exhilarate

encourage, hearten

delight, gratify, please

boost, elevate, lift, uplift
Antonyms of sadden

brighten, buoy, cheer (up), gladden, lighten, rejoice

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  1. See words that rhyme with sadden Dictionary: Definition of sadden Spanish Central: Translation of sadden Nglish: Translation of sadden for Spanish speakers Britannica English: Translation of sadden for Arabic speakers

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