Sighing
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈsaɪ̯.ɪŋ/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Sighing is an adjective meaning Accompanied by or uttered with a sigh.
Meaning
Accompanied by or uttered with a sigh.
More Meanings
- The utterance of a sigh.
- present participle and gerund of sigh
Example Sentences
the groanings and sighings of the dying man
Word Forms
- sighings
Synonyms for sighing
Depending on context, synonyms include sorrow, grief.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include suspiration, sough, sithe, yawn-sigh, sike, huff.
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