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The story used misery in an important scene.
What does Misery mean?
Misery means strong unhappiness or discomfort.
Dictionary definition
Great discomfort or sadness.
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In class, we discussed how misery changed the character's choices.
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The passage shows how misery can shape the conflict and outcome of an adventure.
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What does misery mean?
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Which word is closest in meaning to misery?
Unhappiness is close in meaning to misery.
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Which word or phrase is a contrast for misery?
Happiness contrasts with misery.
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WordMisery.
Partnoun.
MeaningMisery means strong unhappiness or discomfort.
ExampleExample: The story used misery in an important scene.
Word breakdown
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- Syllables
- miz · er · ee
- Strongest beat
- miz
- Ending
- ee
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on miz.
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Synonyms
Words like Misery
unhappinessCan be used as a similar word for misery in some contexts.
distressCan be used as a similar word for misery in some contexts.
sufferingCan be used as a similar word for misery in some contexts.
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