Verbs expressing sadness:
* Mourning: Expressing deep sorrow, especially for the death of someone.
* Grieving: Experiencing deep sorrow, often for a loss.
* Wailing: Crying out in a loud, mournful way.
* Sobbing: Crying in a convulsive way.
* Weeping: Shedding tears, often silently.
* Lamenting: Expressing sorrow or regret.
* Desponding: Feeling very discouraged or disheartened.
* Dejected: Feeling disheartened or discouraged.
Verbs describing actions caused by sadness:
* Withdrawing: Pulling away from others or activities.
* Brooding: Thinking deeply and gloomily about something.
* Dwelling: Focusing on negative thoughts or feelings.
* Regretting: Feeling sorry about something done or not done.
Verbs that indirectly suggest sadness:
* Pining: Longing for something or someone lost.
* Yearning: Feeling a deep longing or desire for something.
* Missing: Feeling the absence of someone or something.
Remember, these are just some examples, and the best verb to use will depend on the specific context and what you want to convey.