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Elegiac

Definition:

An elegiac refers to something that is characterized by a feeling of melancholy, lamentation, or mourning, often associated with expressing sorrow or sadness for something lost or past.

Parts of Speech:

• Adjective
• Noun

Senses:

1. Adjective: Relating to or characteristic of an elegy; mournful or expressing sorrow.

Example Sentence: The poet beautifully captured the elegiac atmosphere of the funeral with his melancholic verses.

2. Noun: A poem or song that expresses sorrow or lamentation, often written for a deceased person.

Example Sentence: She recited a touching elegiac at her grandmother's memorial service.

Popular Usage:

Elegiac is commonly used in literature, poetry, and music to evoke a sense of sadness, loss, or the passing of time.

Local Usage:

In local communities, elegiac might refer to a tradition or cultural practice of mourning or lamentation.

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