1
as in bleak
causing or marked by an atmosphere lacking in cheer
the cold rain made for a gloomy day
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as in sad
feeling unhappiness
has been gloomy ever since the breakup with his girlfriend
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as in darkened
being without light or without much light
that house would be less gloomy if some of the overgrown trees and shrubs were cleared away
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Recent Examples of gloomy
Business & Economics Germany: Surveys indicate that manufacturers are pulling back from U.S. investments, and businesses with factories on American soil are gloomy about their futures.
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Natasha Frost, New York Times, 14 May 2025
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—Lauren Wingenroth, SELF, 1 May 2025
This follows a gloomy report from the International Monetary Fund released yesterday that said the global economy will slow this year, citing the trade war as the driving force for the slowdown.
—Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 23 Apr. 2025
Low gas prices have been a bright spot for the US economy amid an overall gloomy outlook due to President Donald Trump’s trade war and a decline in consumer sentiment.
—Auzinea Bacon, CNN Money, 26 May 2025
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Natasha Frost, New York Times, 14 May 2025
Pros & Cons Product specs Best Clarity: Oakley Corridor Square Sunglasses
Oakley
Corridor Square Sunglasses
$231
Amazon
$231
Sunglass Hut
Used to sunglasses that make everything around you look dark and gloomy?
—Lauren Wingenroth, SELF, 1 May 2025
This follows a gloomy report from the International Monetary Fund released yesterday that said the global economy will slow this year, citing the trade war as the driving force for the slowdown.
—Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 23 Apr. 2025
Low gas prices have been a bright spot for the US economy amid an overall gloomy outlook due to President Donald Trump’s trade war and a decline in consumer sentiment.
—Auzinea Bacon, CNN Money, 26 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gloomy
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At the same time, others who attended this year’s California Democratic Party Convention dismissed any notion that the future of the Democratic Party is bleak.—
Linh Tat,
Oc Register,
31 May 2025
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The early options on the GOP side are bleak: Neither Donalds nor Casey DeSantis, the governor’s wife who’s said to be interested in succeeding him, is the moderate Florida so desperately needs now.—
Orlando Sentinel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 May 2025
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Banks: There’s a reason why the theater [symbol] is a happy face/sad face.—
Lorraine Ali,
Los Angeles Times,
7 June 2025
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To some, this may sound bizarre, laughable, or even just plain sad.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 June 2025
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Plus, the combination of the stone fireplace and the dark wood cabinets and shelves flanking it contributed to the overall impression of a somber, too-serious space.—
Meghan Holloran,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 May 2025
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Trump will participate in the traditional wreath-laying ceremony and speak at the cemetery’s amphitheater, in what has been a somber occasion for U.S. presidents.—
Orlando Sentinel Staff,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 May 2025
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Reports suggested that Daltrey was unhappy with Starkey’s playing on the night, and a number of songs were cut short.—
Thomas Smith,
Billboard,
29 May 2025
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Netflix In a recent interview with Harper's Bazaar, Ortega revealed that the massive success following 'Wednesday' actually left her unhappy.—
Jeremy Hanna,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 May 2025
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Dark Universe is home to one of the greatest dark rides of all time.—
Kimberly Zapata,
Parents,
3 June 2025
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Both were crucial mental health resources during that dark time, and both found a wider embrace online for their niche comic sensibilities.—
Charles McNulty,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2025
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All that matters is whether Dance Mom, a character designed in a lab to be a depressing punchline, pulls in just enough of the always-online demo to boost their numbers among younger viewers.—
Kathryn VanArendonk,
Vulture,
30 May 2025
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Music was a way to showcase something that wasn’t depressing.—
Ramin Setoodeh,
Variety,
28 May 2025
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The results: enrollees had less financial stress and were less likely to be depressed, but there was no difference in their physical health.—
John C. Goodman,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
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Even at a time when film and TV production in Southern California is depressed, A-listers want to spend their time between takes in plush surroundings.—
William Earl,
Variety,
27 May 2025
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Since President Donald Trump took office, at least half of the security council's staff have been laid off or left, and the future of BARDA is murky.—
Amy Maxmen,
ABC News,
6 June 2025
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But whether federal or state politicians could foil a Trump settlement is murky.—
Meg James,
Los Angeles Times,
5 June 2025
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“Gloomy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gloomy. Accessed 12 Jun. 2025.
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