Somberly: meaning, definitions and examples
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somberly
[ ˈsɒm.bə.li ]
mood description
Somberly describes an action that is done in a serious, grave, or gloomy manner. It often conveys a sense of sadness or solemnity.
Synonyms
gloomily, seriously, solemnly, sorrowfully
Examples of usage
- She spoke somberly at the memorial service.
- He somberly reflected on his past mistakes.
- The team somberly accepted their defeat after the match.
- They somberly walked through the empty streets after the storm.
Translations
Translations of the word "somberly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 sombriamente
🇮🇳 उदासीनता से
🇩🇪 düster
🇮🇩 suram
🇺🇦 похмуро
🇵🇱 ponuro
🇯🇵 陰気に
🇫🇷 sombrement
🇪🇸 sombríamente
🇹🇷 kasvetli bir şekilde
🇰🇷 음침하게
🇸🇦 بكآبة
🇨🇿 temně
🇸🇰 temne
🇨🇳 阴郁地
🇸🇮 temno
🇮🇸 dauflega
🇰🇿 қараңғы түрде
🇬🇪 მუქარით
🇦🇿 qaranlıq şəkildə
🇲🇽 sombríamente
Etymology
The word 'somberly' derives from the adjective 'somber', which has its roots in the Middle French word 'somber', meaning dark or dull. This, in turn, can be traced back to the Latin word 'subumbrare', which means to overshadow or darken. The term has evolved through the centuries to signify not just physical darkness, but a state or quality of mind that is serious or reflective. It began to emerge in the English language in the late 18th century, capturing a depth of feeling that resonates with various aspects of human experience, including grief, contemplation, and seriousness.