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Synonyms & Similar Words
dismal
dreary
somber
melancholy
sorrowful
mournful
dismal
bleak
depressing
unhappy
unhappy
sad
sorrow
morose
sullen
glum
dismal
dejected
despondent
despairing
hopeless
cheerless
joyless
uninviting
unwelcoming
austere
stern
severe
grim
gloom
dark
shadowy
cloudy
overcast
dismal
disheartening
discouraging
demoralizing
dispiriting
Meaning of Gloomy
The primary meaning of the word "Gloomy" is having or showing a sad and depressing quality.
Definitions
- Giving an impression of sadness, depression, or bleakness
- Partially or totally dark, having little or no light
- Having a pessimistic or unhappy disposition
Etymology of Gloomy
The word "Gloomy" has its roots in the 17th century, derived from the verb "gloom", which is of Scandinavian origin, related to the Old Norse word "glómr", meaning twilight or gloom
Historically, the word has been used to describe a range of negative emotions and atmospheres, from sadness and depression to fear and apprehension
Example Uses
- The forecast predicted a gloomy day with heavy rain and strong winds
- She felt gloomy after receiving the bad news about her job
- The old mansion had a gloomy atmosphere, with cobwebs hanging from the chandeliers