adverb
- in a sad or discontented manner
- unfortunately; regrettably
Examples
- She stared unhappily out the window at the rain.
- The children sat unhappily in the waiting room.
- Unhappily, we arrived too late to see the show.
- He unhappily accepted the news of his transfer.
- Unhappily for us, the store was already closed.
- The dog whined unhappily when left alone.
- Unhappily, the weather ruined our picnic plans.