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lugubrious, salubrious
lugubrious (loo GOO bree uhs, loo GYOO bree uhs) (adjective)
Descriptive of mournful or exaggerated sadness: Danny wore lugubrious mourning clothing although he didn't really feel sad about his uncle's death.
salubrious (suh LOO bree uhs) (adjective)
Concerning good health or well-being: The mountain air is considered salubrious, or pleasant and comfortable.
Wearing heavy lugubrious clothing on a hot day is not salubrious for one's life.
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Confusing Words Clarified: Group L; Homonyms, Homophones, Homographs, Synonyms, Polysemes, etc. +
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salubrious (adjective), more salubrious, most salubrious
1. Referring to a favorable activity that is good for one's health: George thinks that today is a salubrious time to go for a walk.
2. Relating to that which is wholesome and that promotes physical well-being: Fresh air is considered a salubrious condition for everyone.
3. Etymology or origin: from Latin salubris, from salus, "health."
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2. Relating to that which is wholesome and that promotes physical well-being: Fresh air is considered a salubrious condition for everyone.
3. Etymology or origin: from Latin salubris, from salus, "health."