Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Dour.
How to pronounce dour:
UK
Dour - as an adjective satellite
Stubbornly unyielding
Example: "Dogged persistence"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dogged10persistent12pertinacious16tenacious11unyielding15Harshly uninviting or formidable in manner or appearance
Example: "A dour, self-sacrificing life"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
forbidding18grim7Showing a brooding ill humor
Example: "A dark scowl"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dark9glowering14glum7moody11morose8saturnine9sour4sullen6Dour - as an adjective
Stern, harsh and forbidding.
Unyielding and obstinate.
Expressing gloom or melancholy; sullenly unhappy.
Example Sentences
"He had a dour expression on his face all day."
"The weather was dour and gloomy, with no signs of sunshine."
"She was known for her dour personality and lack of humor."
"The old man lived a dour and solitary life."
"Despite his success, his dour attitude always brought others down."
Word Game Points
Is DOUR a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, dour is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DOUR has a SCRABBLE points total of 5.
Is DOUR a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, dour is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDOUR has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 6.
Is DOUR a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, dour is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDOUR has a WORDFEUD points total of 6.
