What is another word for Sombrous?

Pronunciation: [sˈɒmbɹəs] (IPA)

Sombrous is an adjective used to describe something that is dark, dull, and gloomy. It can be used to describe the weather, a place or a person's mood. However, there are several synonyms that can be used interchangeably with this word, such as shadowy, murky, dim, obscure, and gloomy. Shadowy is used to describe something that is full of shadows or partially illuminated. Murky is used to describe something that is dark and clouded, such as water or a situation. Dim refers to something that is poorly lit or not very bright. Obscure refers to something that is not clear or difficult to understand. Gloomy is used to describe something that is dark, dismal, and depressing.

What are the hypernyms for Sombrous?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Sombrous

A moment, where the Sombrous shadows lay We see a glory.
"A Woman's Love Letters"
Sophie M. Almon-Hensley
Before me rose an avenue Of tall and Sombrous pines; Abroad their fan-like branches grew, And, where the sunshine darted through, Spread a vapor soft and blue, In long and sloping lines.
"The Complete Poetical Works of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow"
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
A pale girl, with great large Sombrous eyes and compressed lips, meets him, and places her hand in his without a word.
"Mrs. Geoffrey"
Duchess

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