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Downcast

usgb/ˈdaʊnkæst/Volume
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Emotional StatePlay
Use 'downcast' to describe someone who's feeling low or sad in a gentle, sympathetic way. SlideAfter losing the game, the team looked downcast.
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Subtle HintPlay
'Downcast' suggests a slight sadness, without extreme emotions like anger or misery. SlideShe gave a downcast smile, hiding her disappointment.
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Not DespairPlay
'Downcast' is less intense than despair, indicating a temporary and milder type of sadness. SlideHis downcast reply suggested he hadn't lost all hope.
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