Definition of SOMBROUS

sombrous

Adj

  • Gloomy; sombre.

Adjective

  • Dark, gloomy, or somber in appearance or mood.

Examples

  • The sombrous atmosphere of the game matched his dwindling chances of winning.

Origin / Etymology

From French sombre + -ous. Compare Spanish sombroso.

Scrabble Score: 12

sombrous: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
sombrous: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
sombrous: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 15

sombrous: valid Words With Friends Word