Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cri-de-coeur

noun

/ˌkriː də kɔːr/

Definition

A heartfelt cry or appeal.

Examples

Her letter to the government was a cri-de-coeur for the rights of the underprivileged.
The artist’s latest work is a cri-de-coeur about the struggles of war-torn communities.

Meaning

It refers to a passionate expression of grief, despair, or a strong emotional response to a situation, often intended to draw attention to a cause or plight.