word
Gloom
Gloom
/ˈɡluːm/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
gloom
Dictionary meaning
A feeling of melancholy apprehension.
Examples
- I struck a match to dispel the gloom.
- Gloom pervaded the office.
Synonyms: gloominess
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