What does dreariness mean?
Dreariness means The characteristic of being dreary..
Dreariness
Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
Meaning
The characteristic of being dreary..
Example Sentences
What tho’ the moon—the white moon Shed all the splendour of her noon, Her smile is chilly—and her beam, In that time of dreariness, will seem (So like you gather in your breath) A portrait taken after death.
Synonyms for dreariness
Antonyms for dreariness
Related Words
Word Forms
- drearinesses
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for dreariness?
Common synonyms include drearihead, gloom, melancholia, boringness.
What is the opposite of dreariness?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use dreariness in a sentence?
What tho’ the moon—the white moon Shed all the splendour of her noon, Her smile is chilly—and her beam, In that time of dreariness, will seem (So like you gather in your breath) A portrait taken after death.
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