loury

ˈlɔri

Definitions

1. adjective

having or characterized by a lour; dull, gloomy, or sullen

“The loury sky made it difficult to take a decent photograph.”

2. noun

a type of bird; specifically, a large, black waterbird, the cormorant

“A loury perched on the edge of the lake, its feathers glistening in the sunlight.”

Synonyms

  • cormorant
  • dull
  • gloomy
  • sullen

Antonyms

  • bright
  • cheerful
  • sunny