mournful
2 synonyms and 5 antonyms for mournful, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Full of sadness or grief.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use mournful
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
mournful tone
mournful expression
mournful music
Etymology
From "mourn" plus "-ful."
Full origin of mournful →Frequently asked questions
What does “mournful” mean?
The word “mournful” means full of sadness or grief. In plain terms, sad in a deep, grieving way.
How do you pronounce “mournful”?
“Mournful” is pronounced MAWN-fuhl (/ˈmɔɹnfəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “mournful” in a sentence?
Here is “mournful” used in a sentence: “A mournful silence fell over the room after the announcement.”
What part of speech is “mournful”?
“Mournful” is an adjective.
