Sombre and Sullen

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Sombre adjective - Grave or even gloomy in character.

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Sullen and sombre are semantically related in dismal topic. In some cases you can use "Sullen" instead an adjective "Sombre".

Nearby Words: somber, sombrely

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

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Sombre and sullen are semantically related in dismal topic. Sometimes you can use "Sombre" instead an adjective "Sullen".

Nearby Word: sullenly

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