weeping
10 synonyms and 1 antonym for weeping, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The act of crying, especially with strong emotion.
Synonyms
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
The act of crying, especially with strong emotion.
“Weeping could be heard from behind the closed door.”
Opposites
2. adj
Describing a plant with drooping, hanging branches.
“A weeping willow stood beside the pond.”
How to use weeping
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
weeping willow
quiet weeping
weeping softly
Etymology
Inherited from Middle English wepynge.
Full origin of weeping →Frequently asked questions
What does “weeping” mean?
The word “weeping” means the act of crying, especially with strong emotion. In plain terms, crying, or (for a tree) having branches that droop downward.
How do you pronounce “weeping”?
“Weeping” is pronounced WEE-pihng (/ˈwiːpɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “weeping” in a sentence?
Here is “weeping” used in a sentence: “Weeping could be heard from behind the closed door.”
What part of speech is “weeping”?
Depending on how it is used, “weeping” can be a noun and an adjective.
Is “weeping” a common word?
“Weeping” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “weeping” have?
“Weeping” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of crying, especially with strong emotion.
