Gladness and Wistfulness

Opposite meaning words

Gladness noun - A feeling or state of well-being and contentment.

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Wistfulness is an antonym for gladness.

Nearby Words: glad, gladly

Wistfulness noun - A sadly pensive longing.

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Gladness is an antonym for wistfulness in depression topic.

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