Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
elegiac
Adjective
ˌel-ə-ˈjī-ik
Definition
Relating to or characteristic of an elegy, which is a mournful poem or song, typically in remembrance of someone who has died.
Examples
- The elegiac tone of the poem captured the deep sense of loss felt by the narrator.
- Her elegiac voice resonated throughout the room as she spoke about her late grandfather.
- The movie had an elegiac quality, evoking feelings of nostalgia and sadness.
Meaning
The term elegiac often describes a tone or mood that is reflective, sorrowful, or melancholic, usually in relation to loss or mourning.
Synonyms
- mournful
- wistful
- melancholy
- lamenting
