Definition of doleful

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  • doleful is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 11
  • doleful is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 11
  • doleful is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 14

Definition of doleful

  • filled with or evoking sadness (adjective)

    Examples

    1. the child's doleful expression

    Synonyms

    1. mournful

See definition of doleful in Merriam Webster