Synonyms of sadden

Antonyms of sadden

Collocations of sadden

heart
Frequency: 70 %

The news of her illness weighed heavily on his heart.

loss
Frequency: 60 %

The deep loss of his best friend left him feeling saddened.

spirit
Frequency: 50 %

After the breakup, she felt her spirit sinking low.

mood
Frequency: 45 %

The rainy weather made her mood even more gloomy.

expression
Frequency: 40 %

His sad expression revealed his inner turmoil.

Idiomatic Expressions for sadden

  • Phrase: to sadden someone's heart
    Meaning: to cause someone to feel sorrow or sadness
    Usage: The sight of the abandoned puppy saddened her heart.