lugubrious
adjectiveHow many syllables in lugubrious?
There are 4 syllables in the word lugubrious.How to pronounce lugubrious:
Definition of lugubrious:
- lugubrious (adjective):
- mournful
- mournful or gloomy
- excessively mournful.
- exaggeratedly or affectedly (see affected entry 2 sense 1a) mournful
Synonyms for lugubrious:
bleakmorosedesolatewoebegonesullenblackforlornsadfunerealsombreShow 15 more
Antonyms for lugubrious:
mirthfulupliftinggratifiedendearingfulfillingworthwhilevivaciouspleasedfortunatefulfilledShow 15 more
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