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The sorrowful child missed his old school.
What does Sorrowful mean?
Sorrowful means very sad, often because of loss or disappointment.
Dictionary definition
Very sad, often because of loss or disappointment.
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What does sorrowful mean?
Sorrowful means very sad, often because of loss or disappointment.
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Which word is closest in meaning to sorrowful?
Sad is close in meaning to sorrowful in this context.
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WordSorrowful.
Partadjective.
MeaningSorrowful means very sad, often because of loss or disappointment.
ExampleExample: The sorrowful child missed his old school.
Word breakdown
3 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- sor · oh · ful
- Strongest beat
- sor
- Ending
- ful
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on sor.
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Synonyms
Words like Sorrowful
sadUse for an unhappy feeling.
Antonyms
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joyfulUse when someone feels very happy.
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Word family
Sorrowful word family
Base word
sorrow
adverb
sorrowfully
In a very sad way.
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Hint for students
Look for clues that show deep sadness or missing something.
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Sorrowful is stronger and more serious than a small sad moment.
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