Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pretty-grim
adjective
/ˈprɪti ɡrɪm/
Definition
Somewhat bleak or depressing, often used to describe a situation that is not just bad, but has an unsettling or harmful aspect.
Examples
- The news from the frontlines was pretty-grim, leaving everyone concerned.
- Despite the pretty-grim circumstances, they managed to find a reason to smile.
- Her report on climate change painted a pretty-grim picture of the future.
Meaning
The term ‘pretty-grim’ combines ‘pretty,’ which can mean fairly or moderately, with ‘grim,’ indicating something severe or stern. It suggests a scenario that is unpleasant or disheartening, yet there may still be a sense of moderation in the severity.
Synonyms
- bleak
- grim
- harsh
- desolate
- dismal
