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gloomy vs downcast

downcast vs gloomy

gloomy is not a noun while downcast is a noun.

gloomy and downcast both are adjectives.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
gloomy No Yes No No
downcast Yes Yes No No
As adjectives, gloomy and downcast are synonyms defined as:
  • gloomy and downcast: filled with melancholy and despondency
Other synonyms of gloomy include blue, depressed, dispirited, down, down in the mouth, downhearted, grim, low-spirited, low.
gloomy (noun) downcast (noun)
a ventilation shaft through which air enters a mine
gloomy (adjective) downcast (adjective)
depressingly dark filled with melancholy and despondency
filled with melancholy and despondency directed downward
causing dejection
Difference between gloomy and downcast

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