Blithe and Dismal

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Blithe adjective - Indicative of or marked by high spirits or good humor.

Usage example: a blithe remark that good food enjoyed with good company makes good wine seem even better

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Dismal is an antonym for blithe.

Nearby Words: blithesome, blithely, blither

Dismal adjective - Causing or marked by an atmosphere lacking in cheer.

Usage example: a suitably dismal setting for a haunted house

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Blithe is an antonym for dismal.

Nearby Word: dismally

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