Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dolesome
Adjective
/ˈdoʊlsəm/
Definition
Producing or conveying a sense of sorrow or sadness.
Examples
- The dolesome tale of the lost traveler moved many to tears.
- She found the dolesome scenery of the abandoned village hauntingly beautiful.
- His dolesome expression revealed the weight of his troubles.
Meaning
Dolesome describes something that brings about a feeling of melancholy or distress, often related to situations or actions that evoke pity or regret.
Synonyms
- morose
- sorrowful
- melancholic
- mournful