Definition

The quality of being serious, sad, or gloomy.

Example

The somberness of the funeral made everyone feel reflective.

Conversation

I felt a sense of somberness at the memorial yesterday.

Yeah, those events always bring a heavy mood.

It's important to remember, but it can be so tough to process the somberness of it all.

Absolutely, but sharing memories can really help lighten the weight.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Somberness → It is formed from "somber" (from Old French *sombre*, meaning dark or gloomy) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "somberness" refers to the state of being dark or gloomy.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'sombre' which means dark or gloomy, and remember that 'somberness' describes the quality of being dark or gloomy.

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