Dour ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Dour ( adjective )

  1. Having a stern or gloomy appearance or character.
  2. Stubbornly unyielding; obstinate.

Origin:

The word "dour" is derived from the middle english word "dur" which is of old french origin, meaning "stubborn" or "hard". it has been in use since the 15th century.

Examples:

  1. He had a dour expression on his face and rarely smiled.
  2. She was known for her dour disposition and rarely spoke.
  3. The dour weather matched his mood perfectly.
  4. The meeting was dour and lasted for hours.
  5. He was a dour and unyielding opponent in the negotiations.

(As a noun)

Dour ( noun )

  1. Having a stern or gloomy appearance or character.
  2. Stubbornly unyielding; obstinate.

Origin:

The word "dour" is derived from the middle english word "dur" which is of old french origin, meaning "stubborn" or "hard". it has been in use since the 15th century.

Examples:

  1. He had a dour expression on his face and rarely smiled.
  2. She was known for her dour disposition and rarely spoke.
  3. The dour weather matched his mood perfectly.
  4. The meeting was dour and lasted for hours.
  5. He was a dour and unyielding opponent in the negotiations.
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