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DISMAL

(adj.sat, adj.)

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There are 4 meanings of the word Dismal.

How to pronounce dismal:

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Dismal - as an adjective satellite

Causing dejection

Example: "A blue day"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blue6dark9dingy10disconsolate15drab7drear6dreary10gloomy12grim7sorry8

Dismal - as an adjective

Disappointingly inadequate.

Example: "He received a dismal compensation."

Gloomy and bleak.

Example: "The storm made for a dismal weekend"

Depressing.

Example: "She was lost in dismal thoughts of despair"

Example Sentences

"The weather forecast for tomorrow looks dismal: cloudy with a high chance of rain."
"The company's financial report for the quarter was dismal, showing a significant decrease in profits."
"After a dismal performance in the first half, the team managed to turn things around and win the game."
"The student received a dismal grade on his final exam, much lower than he had expected."
"The abandoned house had a dismal appearance, with broken windows and overgrown weeds."
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Word Game Points

Is DISMAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, dismal is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DISMAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is DISMAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, dismal is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DISMAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is DISMAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, dismal is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DISMAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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