verb (past tense of 'somber'; means to become or cause to be somber) as in strong fondness

Word Combinations

Example:The news of her failure sombered her face as she stared out the window, lost in thought.

Definition:To become more serious and gloomy in expression or attitude.

From face

Example:The sombering of the atmosphere at the memorial service reflected the gravity of the day.

Definition:To make the surrounding atmosphere more serious or depressing.

From atmosphere

Example:The manager's announcement sombered the team's attitude, and everyone became more serious.

Definition:To make someone's attitude more serious or glum.

From attitude