Dreary Definition

dreary
adjective
  1. lacking in liveliness or charm or surprise; "her drab personality"; "life was drab compared with the more exciting life style overseas"; "a series of dreary dinner parties"
  2. causing dejection; "a blue day"; "the dark days of the war"; "a week of rainy depressing weather"; "a disconsolate winter landscape"; "the first dismal dispiriting days of November"; "a dark gloomy day"; "grim rainy weather"

"Dreary" in song lyrics

See how dreary is used in real songs:

  • "Let it come out dark and dreary"
    DJ Muggs & Planet Asia — All Hail the King
  • "Too much of California cess'll make your eyesight dreary"
    T-Rock — 51 Deep
  • "once upon a midnight dreary"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "dreary"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "dreary" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for dreary to find words that pair well.

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