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glum

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Adj — Sad, sullen, or in low spirits.

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How to use glum

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a glum face glum expression feeling glum

Etymology

Probably from a Low German word related to "gloomy," describing a dark, sullen mood.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “glum” mean?

The word “glum” means sad, sullen, or in low spirits. In plain terms, down in the dumps — visibly unhappy or moody.

How do you pronounce “glum”?

“Glum” is pronounced gluhm (/ɡlʌm/ in IPA).

How do you use “glum” in a sentence?

Here is “glum” used in a sentence: “He looked glum after hearing the bad news.”

What part of speech is “glum”?

“Glum” is an adjective.

Where does the word “glum” come from?

The word “glum” comes from German. Probably from a Low German word related to "gloomy," describing a dark, sullen mood.

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