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drear vs dark

dark vs drear

drear is not a noun while dark is a noun.

drear and dark both are adjectives.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
drear No Yes No No
dark Yes Yes No No
As adjectives, drear and dark are synonyms defined as:
  • drear and dark: causing dejection
Other synonyms of drear include blue, dingy, disconsolate, dismal, drab, dreary, gloomy, grim, sorry.
drear (noun) dark (noun)
an unenlightened state
an unilluminated area
absence of light or illumination
absence of moral or spiritual values
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
drear (adjective) dark (adjective)
causing dejection devoid of or deficient in light or brightness; shadowed or black
(used of color) having a dark hue
brunet (used of hair or skin or eyes)
secret
causing dejection
stemming from evil characteristics or forces; wicked or dishonorable
showing a brooding ill humor
not giving performances; closed
marked by difficulty of style or expression
lacking enlightenment or knowledge or culture
Difference between drear and dark

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