😭Wail

noun
/weɪl/

Meaning

a prolonged cry of pain, grief, or anger; to cry loudly

Example Sentences

The child's wail could be heard throughout the house.

Synonyms

cry, howl, sob, lament

Antonyms

laugh, giggle, chuckle

Collocations

mournful wail, plaintive wail, wail of despair

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