Synonyms for Weeping
Definition of 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"
6 synonyms found
Writing tips for "weeping"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like crying, dolorous, lachrymose can replace "weeping" 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, "weeping" 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.
"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