41 depressing synonyms include upsetting, distressing, painful, heartbreaking, heart-rending, dispiriting, disheartening, discouraging, and dismal. Depressing is an adjective, and its antonyms are uplifting and encouraging. Here are some additional synonyms for "depressing" with example sentences.
41 other ways to say depressing.
Her story was quite depressing to hear.
The weather today feels so depressing.
Watching that movie was depressing overall.