Weeping Definition & Meaning
weeping
- adjective
- showing sorrow
- having branches or flower heads that bend downward; "nodding daffodils"; "the pendulous branches of a weeping willow"; "lilacs with drooping panicles of fragrant flowers"
- noun
- the process of shedding tears (usually accompanied by sobs or other inarticulate sounds); "I hate to hear the crying of a child"; "she was in tears"
"Weeping" in song lyrics
See how weeping is used in real songs:
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"Makes it seem like those who wrote me were weeping"
Buck 65 — Riverbed 2 -
"To the cold stare of the murderer while the victim's weeping"
Napoleon Da Legend f, Tweeta Bird — March 2 Zion -
"And seems to point her out where she sits weeping;"
William Shakespeare — The Rape of Lucrece
Words that rhyme with weeping
Usage tips for "weeping"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "weeping" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for weeping to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does weeping mean?
- showing sorrow having branches or flower heads that bend downward; "nodding daffodils"; "the pendulous branches of a weeping willow"; "lilacs with drooping panicles of fragrant flowers" the process of shedding tears (usually accompanied by sobs or other inarticulate sounds); "I hate to hear the crying of a child"; "she was in tears"
- What part of speech is weeping?
- Weeping is an adjective and a noun.
- How many definitions does weeping have?
- Weeping has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).