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dismal

[/ˈdɪzməl/]
adjective
deprimente
1. gloomy, depressing, or dreary in character or appearance
The dismal weather kept us indoors all day.
O tempo deprimente nos manteve dentro de casa o dia todo.
2. of very poor quality; extremely bad or inadequate
The team's performance was dismal throughout the season.
O desempenho do time foi deplorável durante toda a temporada.
3. causing sadness or lack of hope
He had a dismal outlook on his future.
Ele tinha uma perspectiva deprimente sobre seu futuro.
NYC Slang
rough, bleak, or wack when referring to poor quality
Synonyms
gloomybleakdrearydepressingcheerlessmiserableabysmal
Antonyms
brightcheerfulpleasantexcellenthopefulencouraging

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
deprimente
most common usage
General Brazilian
deplorável
used when referring to poor quality
Portugal
lúgubre
alternative term emphasizing gloominess
Portugal
sombrio
emphasizes dark or gloomy aspect

Related Idioms & Phrases

dismal failure - fracasso total/completo
dismal performance - desempenho deplorável
dismal outlook - perspectiva sombria
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