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In some senses, gloomy is marked as informal. Watch for register when choosing this word.
VERBS
be, feel, look, seem, sound
become, get
After hearing the bad news, she became gloomy and didn't want to talk to anyone.
remain
ADV
decidedly, very
The weather was very gloomy that morning, so we decided to stay indoors and watch a film.
far from
The weather forecast for next week is far from gloomy, with sunshine expected every day.
pretty, rather
PREP
about
The team felt gloomy about their chances of winning the championship this year.