Words To Describe Mood

adjective Dour is an adjective that describes someone who is stern, gloomy, or severe in manner or appearance.

• The professor had a dour expression as he graded the final exams.
• She always has a dour look on her face when she's in a bad mood.
• Why are you so dour all the time? Lighten up a bit!
• The storm clouds gathered overhead, casting a dour shadow over the town.

adjective having a dark or dull color; gloomy or somber in mood or tone

• The funeral was a sombre affair, with everyone dressed in black and speaking in hushed tones.
• After receiving the bad news, the mood in the room became sombre as everyone processed the information.
• The atmosphere at the party was so sombre, it was like a real downer, man.
• The sombre clouds overhead matched my mood as I walked home alone.