Desolate and Jocund

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

Usage example: a desolate house abandoned many years ago

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Jocund is an antonym for desolate.

Nearby Words: desolation, desolately, desolated

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

Usage example: old friends engaged in jocund teasing

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Desolate is an antonym for jocund.

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