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Gloomy

Definition

(formal) Having a depressing or unpleasant atmosphere; seeming to suggest that something bad will happen or that the future will be unpleasant.

Example Sentences

1The gloomy weather matched her mood perfectly as she walked alone in the park.
2Is the gloomy forecast for the economy likely to affect consumer spending patterns?
3The old mansion had a gloomy interior, with dark wood paneling and heavy curtains.
4Try not to be gloomy about the situation; there are always ways to improve it.
5There is a growing sense of gloomy optimism among investors regarding the company's future prospects.

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