凉
cool; disappointed; bleak; desolate; surname
Meanings
5 senses · 22 examplesadjective
cool; slightly cold
Used to describe mild low temperatures, often for weather, water or objects.
This shaded spot is very cool.
Drinking a glass of cold water in summer is so comfortable.
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After the Autumn Equinox, the weather gradually turns cool.
You should cover yourself with a thin quilt when sleeping at night, or you'll catch a chill.
The watermelon just taken out of the fridge tastes very cold.
adjective
disappointed; disheartened
Used to describe a person's emotional state after receiving bad news or facing a setback.
Upon hearing the news that he failed to make the competition, he felt instantly disheartened.
His girlfriend's words left him half disappointed.
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His failed business venture left him disheartened about the future.
After being betrayed by his best friend, he was completely disheartened.
The boss's criticism cooled his enthusiasm.
adjective
sad; miserable; bleak
literaryUsed to describe a sad, desolate atmosphere or a person's melancholic mood.
The fallen leaves in late autumn bring a bleak feeling.
This old song is full of melancholic emotions.
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The small town after the war looks exceptionally desolate.
She looked at the empty room and felt a surge of sadness.
Ancient poets often used bleak scenery to express their inner sorrows.
adjective
desolate; quiet; uncrowded
Used to describe places with few people or little activity.
This old street is usually desolate, only getting visitors on weekends.
The street at night looks exceptionally quiet and desolate.
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After the pandemic, this small shop became very quiet.
Few outsiders visit this desolate mountain village.
The seaside always looks especially desolate in winter.
noun
surname Liang
Used as a family name, capitalized when used as a proper noun.
Mr. Liang is a new colleague at our company.
The Liang family is a small local clan.