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What is another word for Somberness? – 124 Somberness Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    melancholy gloominess sadness sorrow mournfulness solemnity gravity seriousness sombreness dreariness bleakness despondency despair hopelessness desolation desperation mournfulness sorrowfulness unhappiness uncheerfulness dismalness gloom dejection depression moroseness sullenness glumness sternness austerity severity grimness starkness bleakness desolation.

    Meaning of Somberness

    The primary meaning of the word "Somberness" is a state of being solemn, serious, and gloomy.

    Definitions

    • The state of being somber, characterized by a lack of brightness or cheerfulness.
    • A serious and solemn quality or atmosphere, often associated with sadness, mourning, or solemn occasions.
    • A feeling or mood of gloom, sadness, or despondency.

    Etymology of Somberness

    The word "Somberness" originates from the Old French word "sombre", meaning dark or shadowy, which is derived from the Latin word "subumbra", meaning under the shadow.
    Historically, the word has been used to describe a state of being serious, solemn, and gloomy, often in relation to mourning, sadness, or solemn occasions.

    Example Uses

    • The somberness of the occasion was palpable, as everyone was dressed in black and spoke in hushed tones.
    • The somberness of the music reflected the mood of the crowd, who were all mourning the loss of a loved one.
    • The somberness of the landscape, with its dark clouds and barren trees, matched the somberness of her mood.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    cheerfulness happiness joy jubilation elation euphoria delight pleasure amusement entertainment festivity celebration revelry merriment glee jollity liveliness vibrancy radiance brightness optimism hopefulness enthusiasm.

    Related Nouns

    melancholy sorrow grief mourning solemnity gravity seriousness gloom despondency despair desperation desolation desperation bleakness dreariness sadness unhappiness dejection depression moroseness sullenness glumness.

    Related Verbs

    mourn grieve lament sorrow despair despond depress deject sadden gloom darken shadow cloud obscure solemnize gravitate serious somber glower sulk pout.

    Related Adjectives

    melancholic sorrowful mournful solemn grave serious gloomy dreary bleak despondent desperate desolate sad unhappy dejected depressed morose sullen glum stern austere severe grim stark.