sepuchral

/səˈpʌlkrəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling a tomb or sepulcher; mournful or somber

“The sepulchral silence of the abandoned church was haunting.”

2. noun

a tomb or sepulcher

“The ancient ruins included a sepulchral monument dedicated to the deceased pharaoh.”

Synonyms

  • mournful
  • somber
  • tomblike

Antonyms

  • joyful
  • lively