Saturnine

Origin

Saturn + -ine

Full definition of saturnine

Adjective

1. of or born under Saturn's influence
2. containing lead, or suffering from lead poisoning (saturnia)
3. having a tendency to be gloomy, bitter, and sarcastic; sullenly sardonic
4. gloomy, depressed, dull
5. cold and slow to change and react (refers to mood)

Derived terms

• saturnine gout