Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

gloomy-weather

noun
/ˈɡluːmi ˈwɛðər/
Definition
Weather characterized by overcast skies, lack of sunlight, and a general feeling of dullness or sadness.
Examples
  • The gloomy weather kept us indoors all weekend.
  • Many people feel a bit down on gloomy weather days.
  • A long stretch of gloomy weather can affect your mood.
Meaning
Gloomy weather often causes a feeling of gloom or melancholy due to the absence of bright sunlight, typically associated with cloudy or rainy conditions.
Synonyms
  • dreary
  • overcast
  • cloudy
  • somber
  • dismal