plaintive
/ˈpleɪntɪv/
CEFR level C2Topic EmotionWord #7196 in the learning path
哀怨的；悲伤的
Definitions
adj. Sounding sad, especially in a gentle or complaining way.
哀怨的；悲伤的
Example
A plaintive cry came from the kitten outside our door.
门外的小猫发出了一声哀怨的叫声。
The musician uses a plaintive melody to convey the loneliness experienced by people living far from home.
这位音乐家用哀伤的旋律表达远离家乡的人所感受到的孤独。
Collocations
- plaintive cry
- plaintive voice
- plaintive melody
Word family
- plaintively (adv.)
Synonyms
- mournful
- sorrowful
Antonyms
- cheerful
Usage tip
多形容声音、语调或旋律中流露的哀伤。
FAQ
- What does plaintive mean?
- Sounding sad, especially in a gentle or complaining way.
- How is plaintive pronounced?
- UK /ˈpleɪntɪv/, US /ˈpleɪntɪv/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
