Word: Gloomy

Pronunciation

/ˈɡluː.mi/

Definitions

• Adjective: (of weather, a place, or atmosphere) Dark, dull, and cheerless; causing a feeling of sadness or depression. For example: “The sky was gloomy with heavy rain clouds.”

  • Definition in a sentence: “The gloomy weather matched his melancholy mood perfectly.”

Phrases

• “A gloomy day”: Refers to a day that is dark, overcast, and depressing.
• “Gloomy outlook”: Describes a pessimistic or negative prediction or forecast about the future.
• “Gloomy prospect”: Implies an unpleasant or unfavorable situation that is likely to happen.

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “The old mansion on the hill had a gloomy appearance, especially when the moonlight cast its shadows across the garden.”
• “Her heart sank as she entered the gloomy, empty house.”
• “The economy’s gloomy prospects have led many investors to sell their stocks.”

Synonyms

• Dismal
• Dark
• Dreary
• Overcast
• Moody
• Somber
• Depressing
• Uncheerful
• Morose
• Melancholy