Cool MateMeaning of Gloomy
In simple words: Feeling sad or having a dark, depressing atmosphere.
Gloomy in a sentence
How to use Gloomy
Grammar pattern
standalone adjective
Memory hint
Gloomy sounds like 'gloom' - think of a dark cloud blocking the sun.
Related words
Collocations with Gloomy
- gloomy weather
- gloomy atmosphere
- gloomy outlook
- gloomy face
- gloomy thoughts
Synonyms for Gloomy
- dreary
- somber
- melancholy
- mournful
- dark
Common mistakes with Gloomy
- Confusing with 'glum' which is less common.
- Using it to describe a person directly instead of their mood or atmosphere.
- Misplacing in context; often used for non-living things or general situations rather than people.
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Gloomy in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
كئيب
يشعر بالحزن أو يمتلك جوًا مظلمًا ومكتئبًا.
- Bengaliবাংলা
বিষণ্ণ
দুঃখিত বোধ করা বা অন্ধকার, হতাশাজনক পরিবেশ থাকা।
- GermanDeutsch
Trübsinnig, Düster
Sich traurig fühlen oder eine dunkle, deprimierende Atmosphäre haben.
- SpanishEspañol
Sombrío
Sentirse triste o tener una atmósfera oscura y deprimente.
- Persianفارسی
تاریک، غمگین
احساس ناراحتی یا داشتن جوی تاریک و افسرده کننده.
- FrenchFrançais
Sombre, morose, lugubre
Qui se sent triste ou qui a une atmosphère sombre et déprimante.
- Hindiहिन्दी
उदासीन
दुखी महसूस करना या अंधेरा, निराशाजनक माहौल होना।
- ItalianItaliano
Tetro, Sconfortante
Sentirsi tristi o avere un'atmosfera cupa e deprimente.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Sombrio, Triste, Tétrico
Sentindo-se triste ou tendo uma atmosfera escura e deprimente.
- RussianРусский
Мрачный, унылый, тоскливый
Чувствующий грусть или имеющий мрачную, угнетающую атмосферу.
- Urduاردو
Gloomy
Feeling sad or having a dark, depressing atmosphere.
- Chinese中文
阴郁的
感到悲伤或有一种黑暗、压抑的氛围。
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- Dark
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To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- CorpseB1
The dead body of a human or animal.
- TypicalA2
Representing the usual characteristics of a particular group or situation.
- VaporB1
A gaseous state of a substance that is typically liquid at room temperature.
- TraditionA2
A custom or belief passed down over time within a group.
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Frequently asked questions about Gloomy
What does Gloomy mean?
Feeling sad or having a dark, depressing atmosphere.
What is the definition of Gloomy?
Having a dark, dismal, or melancholic atmosphere or mood.
How do you use Gloomy in a sentence?
The gloomy weather made everyone feel tired and unmotivated.
Can you give another example of Gloomy?
There was a gloomy silence in the room after the bad news.
What are synonyms for Gloomy?
Common alternatives include dreary, somber, melancholy, mournful, dark.
What is the opposite of Gloomy?
Opposite meanings include cheerful, bright, happy.
What words go with Gloomy?
It commonly pairs with gloomy weather, gloomy atmosphere, gloomy outlook, gloomy face, gloomy thoughts.
What are common mistakes when using Gloomy?
Confusing with 'glum' which is less common. Using it to describe a person directly instead of their mood or atmosphere. Misplacing in context; often used for non-living things or general situations rather than people.
How do you pronounce Gloomy?
US: //ˈɡlumɪ//, UK: //ˈɡluːmi//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Gloomy?
Used to describe weather, moods, or situations. More suitable in formal contexts compared to informal conversations.
What CEFR level is Gloomy?
"Gloomy" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.