Mournfulness

C1 16+

Synonyms of mournfulness

Antonyms of mournfulness

Collocations of mournfulness

deep sorrow
Frequency: 70 %

She was consumed by deep sorrow after the loss of her grandmother.

profound sadness
Frequency: 60 %

The news of the tragedy brought about a profound sadness in the community.

heavy heart
Frequency: 50 %

He walked away with a heavy heart, unable to shake off the feeling of mournfulness.

grief-stricken
Frequency: 45 %

The family was grief-stricken by the sudden passing of their beloved pet.

tearful lament
Frequency: 40 %

Her tearful lament echoed through the empty halls of the old mansion.

Idiomatic Expressions for mournfulness

  • Phrase: shed tears
    Meaning: to cry or weep in sorrow
    Usage: The funeral was so emotional that everyone shed tears in mournfulness for the deceased.