Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dourness
noun
/ˈdaʊərnəs/
Definition
Dourness refers to the quality of being stern, unfriendly, or gloomy in manner or appearance.
Examples
- His dourness made it difficult for others to approach him.
- The weather matched her dour mood, with dark clouds overhead.
- Despite the dourness of his expression, he had a kind heart.
Meaning
The term describes a person or atmosphere that is serious and lacks cheerfulness, often giving off a sense of harshness or severity.
Synonyms
- sternness
- gloom
- seriousness
- moroseness
- glumness
