Simple meaning
What does Dreary mean?
Dreary means dark, dull, or sad.
Dictionary definition
Dull, gloomy, and lacking energy or interest.
Example sentences
Dreary in a sentence
easy
The dreary weather kept us indoors.
medium
The hallway looked dreary until students added art.
hard
The author used dreary details to show the character's mood.
Synonyms
Words like Dreary
Antonyms
Opposite words
cheerfulUse for a bright and happy feeling.
livelyUse for something full of energy.
Word family
Dreary word family
Base word
dreary
adjective
dreary
Base form.
adverb
drearyly
In this manner (when used).
noun
drearyness
State or quality (when used).
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