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bleakest

 

[ blɪkɪst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

describing situations

The word 'bleakest' is the superlative form of 'bleak', used to describe the most desolate or grim conditions. It often refers to weather, landscapes, or emotional states that are hopeless or without any joy.

Synonyms

desolate, dreary, forlorn, grim

Examples of usage

  • The bleakest winter left the town in despair.
  • His bleakest thoughts consumed him.
  • During the bleakest moments, she found solace in her friends.

Translations

Translations of the word "bleakest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais sombrio

🇮🇳 सबसे सुनसान

🇩🇪 der düsterste

🇮🇩 terpencil

🇺🇦 найпохмуріший

🇵🇱 najbardziej ponury

🇯🇵 最も陰鬱な

🇫🇷 le plus sombre

🇪🇸 el más sombrío

🇹🇷 en kasvetli

🇰🇷 가장 우울한

🇸🇦 الأكثر كآبة

🇨🇿 nejtemnější

🇸🇰 najtemnejší

🇨🇳 最阴暗的

🇸🇮 najtemnejši

🇮🇸 svarasta

🇰🇿 ең пессимистік

🇬🇪 ყველაზე მუქი

🇦🇿 ən qaranlıq

🇲🇽 el más sombrío

Etymology

The term 'bleak' comes from the Old Norse word 'bleikr', meaning 'pale' or 'white', and it has been used in English since the 14th century. It originally described the color or condition of something that was lacking warmth or cheerfulness, particularly in reference to the weather or the state of the land. The superlative form 'bleakest' emerged naturally as English evolved, allowing speakers and writers to emphasize extreme conditions. Over time, 'bleak' has also taken on metaphorical meanings, extending to describe emotional or psychological states, particularly those characterized by hopelessness or despair. This evolution reflects the adaptability of language to express complex human experiences.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #37,030, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.