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Threnodic

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Meaning

Pertaining or similar to a threnody..

Example Sentences

There is a definite poetic impulse here, too: possibly threnodic in character (the work is dedicated to the memory of her mother), but certainly with some elements of darkness and poignancy underlying it.

Synonyms for threnodic

Antonyms for threnodic

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does threnodic mean?

Threnodic means Pertaining or similar to a threnody..

What is a synonym for threnodic?

Common synonyms include elegiac, threnodial, threnodian.

What is the opposite of threnodic?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use threnodic in a sentence?

There is a definite poetic impulse here, too: possibly threnodic in character (the work is dedicated to the memory of her mother), but certainly with some elements of darkness and poignancy underlying it.

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