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Meaning of doleful

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

doleful

Pronunciation:/ˈdoʊlfəl/

adjective

Definitions

  1. Filled with grief, mournful, bringing feelings of sadness.

    Example: The doleful peal of the bell indicated another funeral was being held.