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PLAINTIVE

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Plaintive.

Plaintive - as an adjective satellite

Expressing sorrow

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mournful13

Plaintive - as an adjective

Sounding sorrowful, mournful or melancholic.

Example: "A typically plaintive song from radiohead"

Example Sentences

"The singer's plaintive voice filled the auditorium with raw emotion."
"Her plaintive cry for help went unanswered."
"The abandoned puppy let out a plaintive whimper."
"The plaintive melody of the violin evoked feelings of sadness."
"He couldn't help but feel a sense of pity at the child's plaintive plea."
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Word Game Points

Is PLAINTIVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, plaintive is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PLAINTIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is PLAINTIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, plaintive is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PLAINTIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is PLAINTIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, plaintive is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PLAINTIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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