Gloominess

Pronunciation: /ˈɡluːminəs/

Definitions of gloominess

noun a state of being dark, dim, and cheerless; a feeling of sadness or melancholy

Example Sentences

A1 The gloominess of the weather made her feel sad.

A2 The gloominess of the room was lifted when they turned on the lights.

B1 The gloominess of the situation was evident in their expressions.

B2 Despite the gloominess of the news, they remained hopeful for a better outcome.

C1 The gloominess of the novel reflected the author's pessimistic view of the world.

C2 The gloominess of the painting evoked a sense of melancholy in the viewers.

Examples of gloominess in a Sentence

formal The gloominess of the weather matched the somber mood of the funeral.

informal I can't stand this gloominess, let's go out and do something fun!

slang The gloominess of the situation is really bringing me down.

figurative The gloominess of her past hung over her like a dark cloud.

Grammatical Forms of gloominess

• past tense: gloomed
• plural: gloominesses
• comparative: gloomier
• superlative: gloomiest
• present tense: gloominess
• future tense: will be gloomy
• perfect tense: has been gloomy
• continuous tense: is being gloomy
• singular: gloominess
• positive degree: gloomy
• infinitive: to gloom
• gerund: gloominess
• participle: glooming

Origin and Evolution of gloominess

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'gloominess' originated from the Middle English word 'glomnes', which was derived from the Old English word 'glomung' meaning darkness or twilight.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'gloominess' has retained its original meaning of darkness or lack of light, but it has also come to be associated with a feeling of sadness or melancholy.