saddening

[ˈsædənɪŋ]

saddening Definition

causing sadness or disappointment.

Using saddening: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "saddening" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    It is saddening to see so much poverty in the world.

  • Example

    The news of his death was saddening for everyone who knew him.

  • Example

    The failure of the project was a saddening experience for the team.

saddening Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for saddening

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Summary: saddening in Brief

'Saddening' [ˈsædənɪŋ] is an adjective that describes something that causes sadness or disappointment. It can be used to express feelings of sorrow or regret, as in 'The news of his death was saddening for everyone who knew him.' Synonyms include 'disheartening' and 'discouraging,' while antonyms include 'cheering' and 'encouraging.'