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Meaning of morosely
The primary meaning of the word "morosely" is to feel or express sadness or sullenness.
Etymology of morosely
The word "morosely" has its roots in the Latin word "morosus," meaning "sullen" or "peevish"
It entered the English language in the 15th century and has been used to describe a person's gloomy or sullen demeanor
Synonyms
gloomily
sullenly
somberly
mournfully
sorrowfully
depressingly
unhappily
sadly
glumly
dismal
drearily
bleakly
cheerlessly
despondently
hopelessly
despairingly
melancholically
mournfully
dismally
dejectedly
despondently
resignedly
fatalistically
pessimistically
cynically
skeptically
critically
disapprovingly
sternly
severely
harshly
strictly
rigidly
austerely
sternly
grimly
glumly
dourly
sourly
crabbedly
crankily
irately
irritably
testily
petulantly
peevishly
sulkily
moodily
broodingly
introspectively
contemplatively
thoughtfully
reflectively
pensively
wistfully
regretfully
remorsefully
guiltily
shamefully
contritely
penitently
repentantly
Definitions
- In a sullen or sulky manner
- * In a melancholic or gloomy manner
- * With a sense of sadness or sorrow
Usage Examples
- He walked morosely through the park, lost in thought
- * She spoke morosely about her failed relationship
- * The team played morosely, lacking energy and enthusiasm
Antonyms
cheerfully
happily
joyfully
brightly
optimistically
hopefully
enthusiastically
energetically
lively
vibrantly
animatedly
zestfully
sprightly
buoyantly
airily
lightly
carefreely
blithely
gaily
jovially
humorously
amusingly
comically
playfully
mischievously
merrily
festively
celebratorily
triumphantly
victoriously
exultantly
elatedly
euphorically