October 26, 2014 – Word of the Day:  dismal

The word "dismal" is an adjective that describes a bad situation or a feeling. It’s similar to the word "depressing."

• The results from the test were dismal.
• Alberto and Emma had a dismal experience when they visited Dallas.
• Todd has a dismal outlook on life. He’s a very pessimistic person.
• This is just dismal.
• The weather looks dismal today.
• People used to think old buildings looked dismal and dreary, but nowadays there’s a greater appreciation for the old architecture.

This is an old building.

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