Definitions

from The Century Dictionary.

  • noun The state or character of being unhappy, in any sense.
  • noun Misfortune; ill luck.
  • noun A mischievous prank; wildness.

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  • noun The feeling of not being happy

from WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University. All rights reserved.

  • noun emotions experienced when not in a state of well-being
  • noun state characterized by emotions ranging from mild discontentment to deep grief

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un- +‎ happiness

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