Cool MateMeaning of Very grim
Very serious and showing a lack of hope or optimism.
In simple words: Very serious and without hope.
Very grim in a sentence
- The news from the front lines was very grim, with reports of heavy casualties.
- She had a very grim expression when she heard the results of the examination.
- The economic outlook for next year appears very grim, causing concern among investors.
- After the storm, the town looked very grim, with debris scattered everywhere.
- His very grim tone made it clear that the situation was serious.
How to use Very grim
Use 'very grim' in serious contexts, often relating to difficult situations or moods. It’s not typically used in casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
very + adjective
Memory hint
Think of a grim face that looks very serious and worried.
Related words
Collocations with Very grim
- very grim situation
- very grim outlook
- very grim reality
Synonyms for Very grim
- very serious
- very bleak
- very harsh
- very stern
- very severe
Common mistakes with Very grim
- Using 'grim' without 'very' when intensity is needed.
- Confusing 'grim' with 'gloomy', which has a different nuance.
- Overusing 'very grim' in light-hearted contexts.
Very grim appears in
Very grim in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
قاتم جداً
خطير جداً وبلا أمل.
- Bengaliবাংলা
খুবই ভয়াবহ
খুবই গুরুতর এবং আশাহীন।
- GermanDeutsch
Sehr düster
Sehr ernst und ohne Hoffnung.
- SpanishEspañol
Muy sombrío
Muy serio y sin esperanza.
- Persianفارسی
بسیار تاریک
بسیار جدی و غمگین.
- FrenchFrançais
Très sombre
Très sérieux et sans espoir.
- Hindiहिन्दी
बहुत गंभीर
बहुत गंभीर और बिना उम्मीद के।
- ItalianItaliano
Molto cupo
Molto serio e senza speranza.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Muito sombrio
Muito sério e sem esperança.
- RussianРусский
Очень мрачный
Очень серьезный и безнадежный.
- Urduاردو
بہت بُرا حال
بہت سنجیدہ اور بے امید۔
- Chinese中文
非常严峻
非常严重，没有希望。
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Frequently asked questions about Very grim
What does Very grim mean?
Very serious and without hope.
What is the definition of Very grim?
Very serious and showing a lack of hope or optimism.
How do you use Very grim in a sentence?
The news from the front lines was very grim, with reports of heavy casualties.
Can you give another example of Very grim?
She had a very grim expression when she heard the results of the examination.
What are synonyms for Very grim?
Common alternatives include very serious, very bleak, very harsh, very stern, very severe.
What words go with Very grim?
It commonly pairs with very grim situation, very grim outlook, very grim reality.
What are common mistakes when using Very grim?
Using 'grim' without 'very' when intensity is needed. Confusing 'grim' with 'gloomy', which has a different nuance. Overusing 'very grim' in light-hearted contexts.
How do you pronounce Very grim?
US: //ˈvɛri ɡrɪm//, UK: //ˈvɛri ɡrɪm//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Very grim?
Use 'very grim' in serious contexts, often relating to difficult situations or moods. It’s not typically used in casual conversations.