Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sombre
Adjective
/ˈsɒmbə/
Definition
Having a dark or dull color or tone; gloomy or serious in mood.
Examples
- The sky was a sombre shade of grey before the storm.
- At the funeral, the atmosphere was sombre as everyone paid their respects.
- She wore a sombre dress to the event, reflecting the occasion’s seriousness.
Meaning
The term ‘sombre’ describes something that is dark or shaded, often reflecting a serious or melancholic atmosphere.
Synonyms
- gloomy
- dark
- serious
- drab
- dismal
