mourning meaning and definition

MOURNING noun

Definition of mourning (noun)

1. state of sorrow over the death or departure of a loved one
   • synonyms: bereavement
2. the passionate and demonstrative activity of expressing grief
   • synonyms: lamentation

MOURNING adjective

Definition of mourning (adjective)

1. sorrowful through loss or deprivation
   • "bereft of hope"
   • synonyms: bereaved, bereft, grief-stricken, grieving, sorrowing