gloom

//ɡluːm//
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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.

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.

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