adjective

morose

/məˈroʊs/ · say it: muh·ROHSS

gloomy and ill-tempered

In Personality & Character

sullen and gloomy

In Emotions & Moods

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1. (adjective) gloomy, bad-tempered, and unwilling to talk or smile

2. (adjective) dark or gloomy in appearance or character

Examples

1. He had a morose expression on his face after losing the game.
2. The morose weather made everyone want to stay indoors.

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morose

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