Gloomily

usgb/ˈɡluːmɪli/
adverb

In a sad or despairing way.

She sat in the corner, staring gloomily at the floor.
Visual representation of "gloomily" - In a sad or despairing way

Often appears as...

  • gloomily contemplate
  • gloomily predict
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Emotional Mood

Use 'gloomily' when you want to describe someone's actions affected by a sad mood.

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She turned her head away and answered gloomily.
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Personal Outlook

Use 'gloomily' to show a person's negative view or attitude in a situation.

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He glanced at the cloudy sky and spoke of the day gloomily.
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Subdued Presence

'Gloomily' can describe someone blending into the background, not wanting attention.

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At the party, she sat gloomily in a corner, unseen.
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