Grim (adjective)

1. Having a stern or cruel appearance or character.
2. Suggesting or causing a feeling of fear or hopelessness; gloomy or dismal.

Origin:

Old english grimm, of germanic origin; related to dutch and german grim "fierce".

Examples:

1. He had a grim expression on his face.
2. The news was grim and they knew it was bad.
3. The outlook was grim.
4. The situation was grim and they didn't know what to do.
5. The forecast was grim, with more rain and wind.