1. dark and gloomy in color or appearance
2. serious, grave, or melancholy in mood or character

Examples

• The funeral was held in a sombre ceremony.
• She wore a sombre black dress to the memorial service.
• The painting depicted a sombre landscape under gray clouds.
• His sombre expression revealed his deep concern.
• The room had a sombre atmosphere with its dark wood paneling.
• The news cast a sombre mood over the celebration.
• The sombre colors of autumn filled the forest.