Elegiacal: meaning, definitions and examples
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elegiacal
[ ˌelɪˈdʒaɪəkl ]
literary tone
Elegiacal refers to a tone or mood that is melancholic or sorrowful, often used in poetry and literature to express grief or lamentation. It is derived from the form of poetry known as elegy, which mourns the loss of someone or something.
Synonyms
lamenting, melancholic, mournful, sorrowful
Examples of usage
- The elegiacal verses captured the deep sense of loss felt by the poet.
- Her elegiacal tone resonated with the audience, evoking shared memories of the departed.
- The film's elegiacal moments paid tribute to the lost generations.
- His elegiacal style is evident in his reflections on the past.
Translations
Translations of the word "elegiacal" in other languages:
🇵🇹 elegíaco
🇮🇳 शोकात्मक
🇩🇪 elegisch
🇮🇩 elegi
🇺🇦 елегійний
🇵🇱 elegijny
🇯🇵 エレジック
🇫🇷 éligiaque
🇪🇸 elegíaco
🇹🇷 elegik
🇰🇷 애가적인
🇸🇦 مأساوي
🇨🇿 elegický
🇸🇰 elegický
🇨🇳 挽歌的
🇸🇮 elegičen
🇮🇸 elegísk
🇰🇿 элегиялық
🇬🇪 ელეგიური
🇦🇿 elegik
🇲🇽 elegíaco
Etymology
The term 'elegiacal' derives from the noun 'elegy,' which comes from the Greek word 'elegeia,' meaning 'a song of lament.' 'Elegeia' is formed from 'elegos,' meaning 'a lament,' which reflects the word's roots in the tradition of mourning and remembrance. Historically, elegies have been written to honor the dead, capturing the emotional weight of loss. This has evolved into the broader use of the adjective 'elegiacal' to describe any expression or tone that conveys sadness or mourning. The concept has permeated various forms of art and literature, shaping how we articulate grief in cultural contexts.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #43,182, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.