Dolorous
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈdɒləɹəs/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Dolorous is an adjective meaning Solemnly or ponderously sad.
Meaning
Solemnly or ponderously sad.
Example Sentences
. . . Hell itself will pass away, And leave her dolorous mansions to the peering day.
As World War II came to a close, the gaunt and dolorous child was liberated at yet another death camp, Buchenwald.
Through dolorous despaire, which she conceyved, Into the Sea her selfe did headlong throw, Thinking to have her griefe by death bereaved.
From this prison here of horror, whence I every hour tend nearer and nearer to destruction, I send you . . . the assurance of my dolorous and unhappy service.
Word Forms
- dolourous
Synonyms for dolorous
Depending on context, synonyms include sorrowful, tearful, weeping, lachrymose, dolourous.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include dolourous, sorrowful, lachrymose, weeping, tearful, solemn.
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