downbeat

he responds to her enthusiasm with downbeat bemusement.

The movie had a downbeat ending.

She delivered the news in a downbeat tone.

The downbeat music matched the somber mood of the scene.

His downbeat attitude affected the team's morale.

The downbeat economic forecast worried investors.

Despite the downbeat reviews, the play was a success.

The downbeat of the music set the pace for the dancers.

The downbeat of the rain matched his melancholy mood.

The downbeat news cast a shadow over the celebration.

Her downbeat demeanor made it hard to approach her.