Doleful and Morose

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Doleful adjective - Expressing or suggesting mourning.

Usage example: a doleful expression on their faces as they said good-bye to the friends they had made over the summer

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Morose is a synonym for doleful in mournful topic. In some cases you can use "Morose" instead an adjective "Doleful".

Nearby Word: dolefully

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

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Doleful is a synonym for morose in sullen topic. Sometimes you can use "Doleful" instead an adjective "Morose".

Nearby Word: morosely

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