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Definition of cheerlessness

cheerlessness

/ˈtʃɪr.ləs.nəs/
cheer · less · ness
Adverb:cheerlessly
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Adjective:cheerless
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cheerlessness Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A state or feeling of being noticeably sad, gloomy, and lacking in joy or optimism.

Example

"A sense of quiet cheerlessness settled over the household after the disappointing news arrived."

2

The quality of a place, atmosphere, or environment being bleak, dreary, and devoid of warmth or comfort.

Example

"Fresh curtains and warm lighting helped dispel the stark cheerlessness of the basement apartment."

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• Rhymes for cheerlessness

• Nearby Words

cheerleading
cheerless
cheerlessly
cheerlessness
cheers
cheery
cheese

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Cheerlessness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/cheerlessness
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