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Bleak

Verb Another word for bleak — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Bleak means lacking in warmth, life, or kindliness. It can also mean exposed and barren, or cold and cutting.

Synonyms & similar words

desolate raw dim stark barren black cutting bare dreary grim desolate barren cold cheerless depressing forlorn gloomy miserable dismal dark gloomy somber uninviting unpromising unwelcoming harsh raw severe

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