grim
adjectiveHow many syllables in grim?
There is 1 syllable in the word grim.How to pronounce grim:
Definition of grim:
- grim (adjective):
- unfavourable and worrying
- fierce in disposition or action savage
- not to be placated or appeased or moved by entreaty.
Synonyms for grim:
austere
bleak
cold
dark
dour
fierce
flinty
forbidding
formidable
frightful
ghastly
godawful
grisly
gruesome
gruff
hardened
harsh
hideous
horrible
horrid
hostile
implacable
intimidating
louring
lowering
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Antonyms for grim:
advantageous
amiable
beautiful
believable
benign
benignant
blessed
bright
calm
carefree
cheerful
cheery
chirpy
comforting
commendable
courteous
delightful
describable
easy
encouraging
fortunate
friendly
genial
gentle
good
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