wailing

/ˈweɪlɪŋ/
noun
  1. A long, loud, high-pitched cry of pain, grief, or anger.
    • The wailing of the sirens filled the night air.
    • We could hear the wailing of the mourners at the funeral.
    • The baby's wailing kept everyone awake.
Antonyms
adjective
  1. Making a long, loud, high-pitched cry or sound.
    • The wailing wind rattled the windows.
    • A wailing child sat in the corner of the room.
    • The wailing guitar solo gave the song a bluesy feel.
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