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The Clue

Opposite of cheer (5 letter answer)

The Answer

GLOOM

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Notes

The answer GLOOM is seen occasionally, appearing about once every 850 puzzles.

Related Clues

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Shadows
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Definition

GLOOM as a noun:

1. (gloom, somberness, sombreness) = a state of partial or total darkness; "he struck a match to dispel the gloom"
2. (gloom, gloominess, somberness, sombreness) = a feeling of melancholy apprehension
3. (gloom, gloominess, glumness) = an atmosphere of depression and melancholy; "gloom pervaded the office"