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Meaning of dourly
The primary meaning of "dourly" is in a sullen or unfriendly manner.
Etymology of dourly
The word "dourly" originates from the Old French word "dour", meaning stern or harsh, which is derived from the Latin word "durus", meaning hard or stern.
Historically, the word has been used to describe someone or something that is stern, severe, or unyielding.
Synonyms
gloomily
sullenly
morosely
sourly
unpleasantly
disagreeably
painfully
bitterly
harshly
severely
critically
disapprovingly
sternly
seriously
solemnly
somberly
glumly
depressingly
dismal
drearily
sadly
mournfully
melancholically
despondently
hopelessly
despairingly
pessimistically
cynically
skeptically
reservedly
coldly
aloofly
distantly
Definitions
- In a sullen or unfriendly manner
- * With a stern or disapproving expression
- * In a gloomy or depressing way
Usage Examples
- She looked at him dourly, clearly unhappy with his decision.
- * The old man spoke dourly, his voice filled with discontent.
- * The weather was dourly overcast, with thick grey clouds covering the sky.
Antonyms
cheerfully
happily
pleasantly
agreeably
kindly
gently
warmly
friendly
optimistically
hopefully
cheerily
brightly
sunny
warmly
lightly
airily
joyfully
jovially
merrily
blithely