wailing
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for wailing, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Loud, prolonged crying or howling, usually from grief.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use wailing
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
wailing and crying
wailing sound
Etymology
From wail + -ing.
Full origin of wailing →Frequently asked questions
What does “wailing” mean?
The word “wailing” means loud, prolonged crying or howling, usually from grief. In plain terms, the continuous act of crying or howling loudly.
How do you pronounce “wailing”?
“Wailing” is pronounced WAY-lihng (/ˈweɪlɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “wailing” in a sentence?
Here is “wailing” used in a sentence: “The wailing from the next room made it clear something was wrong.”
What part of speech is “wailing”?
“Wailing” is a noun.
Is “wailing” a common word?
“Wailing” is an uncommon word in modern English.