Synonyms for Depressing
Top synonyms for “depressing”: cheerless, uncheerful, blue, cheer, cheerfulness, dark, dingy, disconsolate, and 12 more below.
Definition
- (adjective)causing sad feelings of gloom and inadequacy“the economic outlook is depressing”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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Antonyms — opposite of Depressing
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "depressing"?
Common synonyms for "depressing" include cheerless, uncheerful, blue, cheer, cheerfulness, dark. Our thesaurus lists 20 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What is the opposite of "depressing"?
Antonyms for "depressing" include cheerful. Use opposites in songwriting to create contrast, tension, or surprise within a verse.
What does "depressing" mean?
causing sad feelings of gloom and inadequacy Example: "the economic outlook is depressing"
How do I use synonyms when writing lyrics?
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