Bleak

Bleak means something that feels very sad or hopeless, like a rainy day when everything looks gray and dull, and you just can't find any joy.

Examples

• The winter landscape outside my window looked bleak, with bare trees and a gray sky, making me wish for the colorful flowers and warmth of spring to return soon.
• After hearing the news about the environmental crisis, I felt a bleak sense of urgency to take action and promote awareness in our school about recycling and protecting our planet.
• When the team lost the championship game, the mood in the locker room was bleak, as everyone felt disappointed, but we promised to work harder and support each other for next season.

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