dolesome

adjective

dole·​some ˈdōl-səm How to pronounce dolesome (audio)

Examples of dolesome in a Sentence

the dolesome sound of a lone harmonica arising from the darkened encampment

Word History

First Known Use

1533, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of dolesome was in 1533

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Cite this Entry

“Dolesome.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dolesome. Accessed 9 Dec. 2024.

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