Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ululant
adjective
ˈyü-lə-lənt
Definition
characterized by howling or wailing; typically used to describe voices or sounds that are mournful or echoing.
Examples
- The ululant cries of the wolves echoed through the night.
- As the wind blew, the ululant sound of the branches added to the eerie atmosphere.
Meaning
The term ululant is often used in the context of sounds that resemble a long, low howl or wail. It can evoke feelings of sorrow or a deep sense of longing.
Synonyms
- wailing
- howling
- mournful
- lamenting
