sorrowed

past tense of sorrow

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for sorrowed
Verb
  • This very publication grieved its untimely passing.
    Li Goldstein, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Oct. 2025
  • As the investigation into the plane crash continues, the country music world grieved the loss of a musical legend.
    Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 20 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • In March 2024, Drescher mourned the loss of her father, Morty, at 94.
    Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 29 Sep. 2025
  • Kirk was mourned as a martyr for free speech and Christian values during a massive memorial service.
    Stephanie Murray, AZCentral.com, 22 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Advertisement During captivity Sharabi ached for his life in Be’eri—which as a kibbutz, or commune, is the original expression of the interdependence on which Israel functions.
    Eli Sharabi, Time, 1 Oct. 2025
  • Miller's heart ached for his city.
    Maggie Menderski, The Courier-Journal, 29 Aug. 2025
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“Sorrowed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sorrowed. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.

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