
Unhappy
Emotional State
Expresses a personal emotional condition, often associated with disappointment or grief.

She felt unhappy after the loss of her pet.
Subjective Feeling
Subjective and can vary greatly between individuals; what makes one person unhappy may not affect another.

He was unhappy despite the festive atmosphere.
Temporary State
Often implies a temporary mood that could change, not necessarily a long-term state of being.

They were unhappy with the hotel, but the vacation was great.
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DepressDespondentDiscontentMiserableSadSorrowfulTroubleWretch
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