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How to Pronounce plaintive?

Correct pronunciation for the word "plaintive" is [plˈe͡ɪntɪv], [plˈe‍ɪntɪv], [p_l_ˈeɪ_n_t_ɪ_v].

Definition of plaintive

  1. Plaintively.
  2. Expressive of sorrow or sadness.
  3. Expressing sorrow.
  4. Mournful.

Nuttall's Standard dictionary of the English language By Nuttall, P.Austin

What are the misspellings for plaintive?

What is the adjective for plaintive?

The adjective form of the word "plaintive" is "plaintively".

Usage over time for plaintive:

This graph shows how "plaintive" have occurred between 1800 and 2008 in a corpus of English books.

What is the plural form of plaintive?

The plural form of the word "plaintive" remains the same, as it does not change in plural form.

What is the singular form of plaintive?

The singular form of the word "plaintive" does not exist since "plaintive" is already in singular form. It is an adjective used to describe something that sounds or expresses sadness or sorrow.

Synonyms for Plaintive:

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