gloom (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ɡluːm/

Definition

A state of deep sadness, depression, or despondency.

Examples

• A wave of gloom washed over him as he read the bad news.

• The economic downturn cast a gloom over the country.

• She tried to shake off the gloom that had settled in after her loss.

How to Use gloom

in gloom (prepositional phrase)

In a state of darkness or sadness. — "The villagers lived in gloom for years under the dictator's rule."

gloom over (prepositional phrase)

To make a place or situation feel sad or dark. — "The constant rain seemed to gloom over the holiday weekend."

Synonyms of gloom

Words with a similar meaning to gloom:

• sadness
• melancholy
• despair
• dejection

Antonyms of gloom

Words with the opposite meaning to gloom:

• cheerfulness
• brightness

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