Pronunciation

/weɪp/

Definitions

• Verb: (v) To shed tears, especially from sorrow or emotion. (n) An act or instance of weeping; shedding tears.
• Noun: The act of crying tears, often in response to sadness, grief, or strong emotions.

Phrases

• “Wept tears of joy” expresses tears of happiness.
• “She wept bitterly over the loss of her pet.”
• “He couldn’t hold back his tears of frustration.”

Example Sentences

• Verb: “After hearing the news, she wept uncontrollably.”
• Noun: “His mournful song was accompanied by the sound of her weeping.”
• Adverb: “He wept softly, trying not to disturb others.”

Synonyms

• Sob
• Cried
• Tears
• Lament
• Wail
• Grieving
• Quiver
• Sigh

Antonyms

• Laugh
• Smile
• Cheer
• Jubilate
• Rejoice

Related Words

• Tears (noun)
• Crying (verb, general term)
• Emotion (the cause of weeping)
• Compassion (feeling that prompts one to comfort those who weep)
• Bereavement (cause of grief and weeping)