Overcast

usgb/ˌəʊvərˈkæst/
adjective

When the sky is completely covered by clouds.

The sky was overcast for much of the day, but it did not rain.
Visual representation of "overcast" - When the sky is completely covered by clouds.

Often appears as...

  • overcast sky
  • overcast day
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Visual representation of "overcast"
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Emotional Feel

Describes a mood; gloomy skies might reflect or predict a somber occasion or feeling.

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The overcast skies seemed to mirror her melancholy mood.
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Weather Forecast

Often used in weather reports to describe potential conditions for the day.

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Tomorrow's forecast is overcast with a chance of showers.
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Not Always Rain

Overcast skies do not necessarily mean it will rain, just that the sky is covered with clouds.

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Despite the overcast morning, we didn't need our umbrellas.
Visual representation of the word "Overcast"

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