gloomy

gloom-y · adjective

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Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Dark or poorly lit, especially in a way that creates a depressing atmosphere.

  2. 2.

    Feeling sad, melancholy, or pessimistic.

  3. 3.

    Causing or suggesting sadness; depressing.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    gloomy outlook — a pessimistic view of the future
  • •
    gloomy Gus — a habitually pessimistic person

Related words

Antonyms: bright, cheerful, optimistic, sunny
See also: dark, depressing, gloom
Synonyms: dark, depressing, dismal, somber

Etymology

From Middle English gloumen ("to look sullen"), possibly of Scandinavian origin. Related to "gloom."