grim
//ɡrɪm//
Adjective
grimCanonical form
grimmerComparative
grimmestSuperlative
1
Very serious or gloomy in manner or appearance; stern and forbidding.
The teacher had a grim expression on his face when he announced the test results.
2
Depressing or worrying to consider; bleak or harsh.
The economic outlook for next year is grim.
3
Unpleasant or unappealing; of poor quality.
The food at that restaurant was pretty grim.
4
Determined or resolute, especially in the face of difficulty.
With grim determination, she continued climbing despite the storm.