What does unhappily mean?
Unhappily means Unfortunately; regrettably..
Unhappily
/ʌnˈhæpɪli/ · adverb
Meaning
Unfortunately; regrettably..
Definitions by Sense
- Unfortunately; regrettably.
- Through evil fate or chance; wretchedly.
- Without happiness; sadly.
Example Sentences
The line to Dunières consists of a series of breakneck descents almost invariably ended by a violent curve and followed immediately by a panting climb, on which the engine barked thunderously but failed unhappily to maintain its booked speed of 13 m.p.h.
Theodore Roosevelt […] added, perhaps unhappily, that he believed the US administration in the Philippines could learn a lot from the Austrian example.
Synonyms for unhappily
Antonyms for unhappily
Related Words
Word Forms
- more unhappily
- most unhappily
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for unhappily?
Common synonyms include sadly.
What is the opposite of unhappily?
Possible antonyms include happily, blithely, mirthfully, jubilantly.
How do you use unhappily in a sentence?
The line to Dunières consists of a series of breakneck descents almost invariably ended by a violent curve and followed immediately by a panting climb, on which the engine barked thunderously but failed unhappily to maintain its booked speed of 13 m.p.h.
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