Dreich and Mirthful

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

Usage example: historically regarded as a dreich corner of Britain, Scotland's very name comes from the Greek word for “dark”

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Mirthful is an antonym for dreich.

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

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Dreich is an antonym for mirthful.

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