Unhappily Synonyms and Antonyms

In an ineffectual or incompetent manner
(Adjective)
Synonyms:
  1. regrettably
  2. lamentably
  3. unluckily
In an unpleasant way
(Adverb)
Synonyms:
  1. sadly
Antonyms:
  1. happily

Words Related to Unhappily

Related words are words that are directly connected to each other through their meaning, even if they are not synonyms or antonyms. This connection may be general or specific, or the words may appear frequently together.

Unhappily Sentence Examples

  • He had none, but looked so unhappily and greedily at the others while they were eating!

  • Unhappily every step led to a fresh misunderstanding.

  • Unhappily for himself and for Spain, he wanted the singleness of purpose required by a ruler who would devote himself to organization, and also the combination of firmness with temper needed for dealing with his nobles.

  • The old plan of coming out and taking one's place at the communion table in the body of the church is unhappily seen no more; communicants now receive the sacred elements seated in their pews.

  • It's hard to listen sincerely to Megan prate about her happy marriage when I am unhappily single.

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