Vocabulary Entry

dismal

|adjective • noun

adjective

Depressing or dreary; causing a mood of gloom.

Example Sentences

"The weather was dismal, with rain pouring down all day."

"She had a dismal expression on her face after hearing the bad news."

"The team's dismal performance in the game led to a lot of criticism."

noun

Example Sentences

"Despite the dismal of the economy, some businesses were still thriving."

"The movie's portrayal of a dismal left the audience feeling heavy-hearted."

"He spoke of his dismal with a tone of resignation and sadness."