overcast
overcast
completely cloudy
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overcast with Russian translation
overcast usage examples
Пасмурный полдень сделал воздух прохладным.
An overcast afternoon kept the temperature cool.
Небо было пасмурным весь день, поэтому солнца не было.
The sky was overcast all day, so there was no sunshine.
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overcast belongs to the topic "Types of Weather". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
overcast synonyms
What's the difference between overcast / cloudy / sunless / gloomy / dreary / gray
Common neutral term for sky with clouds; can imply partial or full cloud cover.
The forecast says it will be cloudy in the afternoon.
Emphasizes lack of sunshine rather than cloud type; can suggest prolonged absence of sun.
They remembered the long sunless months of winter.
Implies dull, dark weather often with a slightly negative or melancholic tone; also used for mood.
A gloomy sky matched her quiet mood.
Emphasizes dullness and monotony; often conveys boredom or sadness as well as bad weather.
It was a dreary, rainy morning with no relief.
Focuses on the gray color of the sky or light; broader than just cloud cover.
A gray sky hung over the city all week.
Suggests darkness combined with poor visibility; often has a slightly dirty or ominous connotation.
The harbor looked murky in the late afternoon light.
The room felt dim because of the overcast sky outside.
Specifically means filled with fog — low visibility due to condensed water droplets.
The coast was foggy this morning, so the ferry was delayed.
The valley was misty at dawn.
Indicates reduced clarity of air or light — could be from haze, humidity, or pollution.
A hazy afternoon made the mountains look distant.
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How to pronounce overcast and what this word means
overcast means overcast. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce overcast
/ˈəʊvəkɑːst/
overcast translation
overcast
overcast examples
An overcast afternoon kept the temperature cool.
overcast transcription
/ˈəʊvəkɑːst/, /ˈoʊvərkæst/
Questions about this word
overcast meaning: what does it mean?
completely cloudy
overcast pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
overcast is pronounced as /ˈəʊvəkɑːst/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
overcast definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
An overcast afternoon kept the temperature cool. Translation: Пасмурный полдень сделал воздух прохладным.
Is overcast part of Types of Weather vocabulary?
Yes, overcast can be learned in the Types of Weather topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is overcast part of Weather and Seasons vocabulary?
Yes, overcast can be learned in the Weather and Seasons topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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