Meaning of the word plaintive in English
What does plaintive mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
plaintive
US /ˈpleɪn.t̬ɪv/
UK /ˈpleɪn.tɪv/
Adjective
sounding sad and mournful
Example:
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The dog let out a plaintive whine when its owner left.
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We could hear the plaintive notes of a distant flute.