Grim

/ɡrɪm/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

forbidding or uninviting; stern or harsh in appearance or manner.

The grim landscape was filled with jagged rocks and dark clouds.

having a harsh or morbid character; ghastly.

They spoke in grim tones about the consequences of the war.

unyielding or resolute.

Despite the grim circumstances, she remained determined to succeed.

lacking any hope or comfort.

The grim news left everyone in silence.

Middle English, from Old Norse 'grimmr' meaning 'fierce, savage'.

grim reaper

A personification of death, often depicted as a cloaked figure with a scythe.

grim reality

An unpleasant truth or harsh fact.

grim determination

A resolute, serious commitment to accomplish something despite difficulties.

morose

Sullen and ill-tempered.

dismal

Causing a mood of gloom or depression.

bleak

Lacking vegetation and exposed to the elements; cold and miserable.

In a bad or hopeless situation.

Things are looking grim for the team this season.

Boring or unexciting.

That party was really grim, I almost fell asleep.