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sombre

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Adjective — Dark, dim, or lacking in brightness.

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How to use sombre

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a sombre mood sombre colours a sombre tone

Etymology

From French sombre, "dark", possibly from Latin sub- ("under") + umbra ("shade").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “sombre” mean?

The word “sombre” means dark, dim, or lacking in brightness. In plain terms, dark and gloomy, whether describing light, colours, or a serious mood.

How do you pronounce “sombre”?

“Sombre” is pronounced SOM-buh (/ˈsɑmbɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “sombre” in a sentence?

Here is “sombre” used in a sentence: “A sombre grey light filled the room before the storm broke.”

What part of speech is “sombre”?

“Sombre” is an adjective.

Where does the word “sombre” come from?

The word “sombre” comes from Latin. From French sombre, "dark", possibly from Latin sub- ("under") + umbra ("shade").

How many meanings does “sombre” have?

“Sombre” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: dark, dim, or lacking in brightness.

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