Synonyms for Sorrow
Definition of sorrow
- noun
- an emotion of great sadness associated with loss or bereavement; "he tried to express his sorrow at her loss"
- sadness associated with some wrong done or some disappointment; "he drank to drown his sorrows"; "he wrote a note expressing his regret"; "to his rue, the error cost him the game"
- something that causes great unhappiness; "her death was a great grief to John"
6 synonyms found
Writing tips for "sorrow"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like grief, grieve, regret can replace "sorrow" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 6 alternatives available, "sorrow" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Sorrow" in song lyrics
See how sorrow is used in real songs:
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"And to you ho's I never showin that sorrow"
5th Ward Boyz — Blood, Sweat & Glory -
"From a tray-pound, feeling sorrow"
60 Second Assassin f/ Killah Priest, Kristina Green, Timbo King — Paradise -
"Look at the child and all I feel is sorrow"
The 7A3 — Hit 'Em Again