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nubilose

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈnʌbɪloʊs/

KK: /ˈnʌbɪloʊs/

adjective
Definition

Describing a sky that is covered with clouds, making it look overcast or gloomy.


Example

The weather was nubilose, with dark clouds blocking the sun.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you noticed how nubilose it looks outside today?
Sloth B
Yeah, it does seem a bit cloudy, doesn't it?
Sloth A
I hope it doesn't rain; I wanted to go for a walk later.
Sloth B
Same here! I prefer sunny days for my outdoor plans.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
cloudy
overcast
hazy
Antonyms
clear
sunny
bright
Root Explanation

Nubilose → It is formed from "nubilus" (meaning cloudy) and the suffix "-ose" (meaning full of or characterized by). The word "nubilose" describes something that is full of clouds or characterized by cloudiness.

Memory Tip

Think of 'nubilus' meaning cloudy, and remember that 'nubilose' refers to something that is full of clouds.

Visually Confused Words
subpilose
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