adjective as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

dour, sullen, melancholy

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Example Sentences

Example:His dour attitude was a stark contrast to the larkier spirits at the party.

Definition:Gloomy and stern in manner or expression; unsmiling in a disagreeable way

From dour

Example:His sullen response made the day unusually larkier.

Definition:Showing a brooding discontent; sulky

From sullen

Example:After hearing the news, the room’s larkier spirit turned melancholy.

Definition:Feeling or showing sorrow or unhappiness

From melancholy