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melancholy |
Melancholy is a synonym for a deep, intense sadness.
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bleak |
Bleak is an adjective that describes somewhere or something that is depressing and cold.
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dreary |
If something is dreary, it is depressingly dull.
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vacant |
The adjective vacant means unoccupied or empty. It can also describe a blank facial expression.
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oppressive |
Oppressive can be used to describe leaders, societies and even the weather. It means cruel, unfair and hints at an abuse of power.
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ghastly |
If something is ghastly, it causes great horror or fear.
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apprehension |
Apprehension is worry or anxiety about something. E.g, he thought about the exam with apprehension.
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vulgar |
If something is described as vulgar, it is rude, ugly or offensive.
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lustrous |
If something is lustrous, it is shiny and polished.
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dun |
The adjective dun describes something that is dull and grey.
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