Word of the day: Lugubrious
Lugubrious, derived from the Latin "lugere" meaning "to mourn," describes an exaggerated or theatrical sadness. This word, entering English in the 17th century, vividly conveys profound gloom, whether genuine or hyperbolic. Understanding lugubrious enhances the ability to precisely describe mood and atmosphere with dramatic depth.
Lugubrious, derived from the Latin "lugere" meaning "to mourn," describes an exaggerated or theatrical sadness. This word, entering English in the 17th century, vividly conveys profound gloom, whether genuine or hyperbolic. Understanding lugubrious enhances the ability to precisely describe mood and atmosphere with dramatic depth.
