dreary
adjective/ˈdrɪri/
Frequency rank: #11,992 most common English word
Meaning
Dull, bleak, and depressing; lacking brightness or interest.
Example sentence
The long, dreary afternoon made everyone want to stay indoors with a warm drink.
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