Dour

/dʊə/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Stern, unfriendly, or gloomy in demeanor or appearance.

His dour expression made it clear that he was not in the mood for jokes.

Relentlessly severe, stern, or gloomy.

The dour landscape was shrouded in fog and desolation.

Marked by a stern or forbidding appearance.

The coach had a dour look as he assessed the team's performance.

Middle English, from Middle Dutch 'dūre' meaning 'hard' or 'harsh'.

dour demeanor

A serious or stern appearance.

dour expression

A facial expression showing disapproval or unhappiness.

dour outlook

A pessimistic or gloomy perspective on life.

morose

Having a sullen or gloomy disposition.

sullen

Bad-tempered and sulky.

Grumpy or unfriendly.

He's been acting really dour since he lost that game.

Unenthusiastic or negative.

Don't be so dour about the party; it could be fun!