gloom
//ɡluːm//
Noun
gloomSingular
gloomsPlural
1
A state of partial or total darkness; dimness or obscurity.
The room was filled with gloom after the sun set.
2
A feeling of deep sadness, melancholy, or depression.
A sense of gloom hung over the family after they heard the bad news.
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Verb
1
To become dark or dim.
The sky gloomed as the storm approached.
2
To feel or appear sad, melancholy, or despondent.
She gloomed in her room after hearing the bad news.