Synonyms for

Weeping

Verb / ˈwi:pɪŋ / Another word for weeping — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of shedding tears, usually accompanied by sobs or other sounds of distress.

Synonyms & similar words

cernuous crying lachrymose drooping weep nodding cry tears laugh tearful dolourous dolorous pendulous crying tearful sobbing lamenting mourning bawling sniveling wailing whimpering sorrowful howling whining blubbering yowling weepy teary mournful saddened depressed grieving

Synonyms by register

Formal

lamenting mourning grieving sorrowing

Informal

crying bawling blubbering sniveling

Literary

wailing keening sobbing

Antonyms

joyful happy cheerful gleeful merry content elated

Common collocations

  • weeping willow
  • weeping uncontrollably
  • weeping with joy
  • weeping eyes
  • weeping loudly
  • weeping softly
  • weeping over

Word family

noun weeping
verb weep
adjective weeping

Usage note

While 'weeping' can describe intense sadness, it can also be used for other strong emotions like joy or relief. It is often used to describe the sound or action of crying.

Example sentences

  1. The little girl couldn't stop weeping when she lost her favorite toy.
  2. The weeping willow tree swayed gently in the wind.
  3. His weeping at his grandfather's funeral touched everyone's heart.
  4. The weeping woman in the movie made everyone cry.
  5. The sound of weeping coming from the next room made her heart ache.

Quotes

  • Tears are the silent language of grief.
  • The weeping of an onion is the handkerchief of the artichoke.
  • The cure for anything is saltwater - sweat, tears, or the sea.

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