Sad Crossword Clue

Q: What's the best solution for Sad?

The most likely answer for the crossword clue Sad is BLUE. Other possible answers include DOWN, TEARY, UNHAPPY, TRISTE, SORROWFUL, deplorable, distressing, lamentable, among others.

Q: How many solutions are there for Sad?

We have found 15 possible answers for the crossword clue Sad.

Q: What is another word for Sad?

We list 9 synonyms related to Sad. Common alternatives include SORRY, SADDER, PITIFUL, SADDEST.

Q: Which crosswords feature clues like Sad?

Clues like Sad often appear in daily crosswords from publications such as The Daily Telegraph GK, The Sunday Telegraph, Daily Mail Quick, The Guardian Quick, The Sun Coffee Time, among others.

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These include 6 published crossword answers plus related synonyms.

Crossword clue last updated: 27/07/2026

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Hint 1: Meaning

bad; unfortunate; "my finances were in a deplorable state"; "a lamentable decision"; "her clothes were in sad shape"; "a sorry state of affairs" .

Hint 2: Synonyms

BLUE, DOWN, TEARY

Hint 3: Best answers

BLUE, DOWN, TEARY

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Best answers for Sad

4 letters

5 letters

TEARY

6 letters

TRISTE

All 15 answers for Sad

Sad with 4 letters (2)

Answer	Letters
BLUE	4
DOWN	4

Sad with 5 letters (2)

Answer	Letters
TEARY	5
SORRY	5

Sad with 6 letters (2)

Answer	Letters
TRISTE	6
SADDER	6

Sad with 7 letters (4)

Answer	Letters
UNHAPPY	7
PITIFUL	7
SADDEST	7
SORRIER	7

Sad with 8 letters (1)

Answer	Letters
SORRIEST	8

Sad with 9 letters (1)

Answer	Letters
SORROWFUL	9

Sad with 10 letters (2)

Answer	Letters
DEPLORABLE	10
LAMENTABLE	10

Sad with 11 letters (1)

Answer	Letters
DISTRESSING	11

Synonyms for Sad

We found 9 synonyms.

5 letter words

SORRY

6 letter words

SADDER

7 letter words

8 letter words

SORRIEST

10 letter words

11 letter words

DISTRESSING

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What's the best solution for Sad?

The most likely answer for the crossword clue Sad is BLUE. Other possible answers include DOWN, TEARY, UNHAPPY, TRISTE, SORROWFUL, deplorable, distressing, lamentable, among others.

How many solutions are there for Sad?

We have found 15 possible answers for the crossword clue Sad.

How do I find a solution for Sad?

Use the length filters to match the number of squares in your grid, then type any letters you already have into the solver. You can also browse every listed answer below, or try a similar clue if this wording is slightly different.

What is another word for Sad?

We list 9 synonyms related to Sad. Common alternatives include SORRY, SADDER, PITIFUL, SADDEST.

Which crosswords feature clues like Sad?

Clues like Sad often appear in daily crosswords from publications such as The Daily Telegraph GK, The Sunday Telegraph, Daily Mail Quick, The Guardian Quick, The Sun Coffee Time, among others.

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