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gloomy Synonyms

Another word for gloomy

Choosing another word for gloomy depends on context, so the 18 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Dark or poorly lit, especially in a way that appears dismal, dreary, or frightening.

Usage Example

"The hikers made their way through the dreary forest as heavy rain clouds gathered overhead."

Strongest
dreary
dark
dim
Strong
dismal
murky
overcast
somber
shadowy

• adjective (Context 2)

Feeling distressed, melancholic, or pessimistic; causing a feeling of sadness or hopelessness.

Usage Example

"Despite the glum economic forecast, several small businesses in the region managed to expand."

Strongest
glum
melancholy
bleak
despondent
Strong
pessimistic
morose
downcast
dejected
depressing
sullen

Opposites of gloomy

The opposite of gloomy shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

cheerful
bright
optimistic
hopeful
sunny
upbeat
radiant
joyful
See all opposites of gloomy

• Nearby Words

gloom
gloomily
gloominess
gloomy
gloop
gloopy
glop

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Gloomy. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/gloomy
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