Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bleak conditions

Noun Phrase
/blik kənˈdɪʃənz/
Definition
Unpleasant and harsh circumstances, often associated with cold weather or challenging situations.
Examples
  • The farmers struggled to survive through the bleak conditions of the winter.
  • Many people were affected by the bleak conditions following the storm.
  • The refugees lived in bleak conditions without adequate shelter or warmth.
Meaning
The term describes environments that are stark, dreary, and lacking any signs of hope or comfort.
Synonyms
  • desolate conditions
  • gloomy environments
  • harsh situations
  • dreary surroundings