Bleak

Pronunciation: /ˈbliːk/

Bleak (adjective)

  1. Describes a place that is cold, empty, and without hope or comfort.
  2. Describes a situation that feels sad, hopeless, or without any positive aspects.

Examples

  • The landscape looked bleak after the winter storm.
  • The news left everyone feeling bleak about the future.

Common collocations: bleak landscape, bleak environment, bleak outlook, bleak situation

Synonyms of Bleak

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Bleak

  • — The opposite of bleak, suggesting happiness and brightness.
  • — Indicates liveliness, contrasting with bleakness.