dour in a sentence
a.
📚 Grade Level: Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12
Definition
DOUR: stern, gloomy, or unfriendly in appearance or demeanor.
Sample Sentences
- His dour expression made it clear that he was not pleased with the outcome of the meeting.
- The weather was as dour as his mood, with gray skies and a persistent drizzle.
- Despite her dour demeanor, she had a surprisingly good sense of humor when you got to know her.
- The coach's dour attitude during practice motivated the team to work harder and prove him wrong.
- They found the old mansion to be a dour place, filled with shadows and creaking floorboards.