gloomiest
/ˈɡlumi.əst/
gloomiest is the superlative form of gloomy.
Meaning of gloomy
Adjective
gloomy (comparative gloomier, superlative gloomiest)
- Not very illuminated; dim because of darkness, especially when appearing depressing or frightening.
- The cavern was gloomy.
- Synonyms:
- dusky, dim, clouded, darksome, adumbral, blear, caliginous, cimmerian, crepuscular, dark
- Suffering from gloom; melancholy; dejected.
- a gloomy temper or countenance
- Synonyms:
- bleak, depressed, dreary, miserable, cheerless, comfortless, dark, morose, depressing, desolate
Phrases with gloomiest
Questions about gloomiest
- What is gloomiest the superlative form of?
- Gloomiest is the superlative form of gloomy.
- How do you pronounce gloomiest?
- Gloomiest is pronounced /ˈɡlumi.əst/.
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