gloomily
|gloom-i-ly|
B2
/ˈɡluː.mɪ.li/
(gloomy)
dark and depressing
Etymology
Etymology Information
'gloomy' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'gloumen,' where 'gloum-' meant 'to look sullen.'
Historical Evolution
'gloumen' transformed into the modern English word 'gloomy' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to look sullen,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'dark or depressing.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is dark, depressing, or pessimistic.
She looked gloomily out the window as the rain poured down.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45