grim

/ɡɹɪm/adjective

Very serious, gloomy, or worrying; suggesting that things are bad or may get worse.

Example sentences

“The doctor's face was grim as she gave the results.”
“Economists painted a grim picture of the coming year.”
“Conditions in the flooded town were grim.”

Common pairs: grim news, a grim outlook, grim determination. 'Grim determination' is positive; it means refusing to give up despite difficulty.

Synonyms for grim

bleak
dismal
grave
somber
depressing

Antonyms

Related words

dourSerious, unfriendly, and severe in manner or appearance.grievanceA problem or unfair treatment that gives someone a reason to complain.griefDeep sadness, especially the kind felt after losing someone or something important.grotesqueStrange and ugly in a shocking or unnatural way, often to the point of being disturbing or absurd.grovelTo act in a very humble way, begging or flattering someone to win their forgiveness or favor.gratuitousGiven or done without payment or without being deserved; unnecessary and uncalled for.