What is another word for sobs?

Pronunciation: [sˈɒbz] (IPA)

Sobs is a word used to describe a deep and audible expression of grief or sadness. There are several synonyms that can be used for sobs, including weeps, wails, moans, cries, howls, and lamentations. Each of these words describes a different level of emotional expression, from a simple cry to a deep lamentation that expresses an overwhelming sense of loss. Depending on the context, any of these words can be used as a substitute for sobs. However, it is important to consider the underlying emotion and the level of stress that is being expressed to select the most appropriate synonym.

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What are the hypernyms for Sobs?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Sobs

She broke into hard sobs.
"Jane Oglander"
Marie Belloc Lowndes
She shrank away from her father and her sobs ceased.
"The Eye of Dread"
Payne Erskine
Then, between sobs, she told me her story.
"My Attainment of the Pole"
Frederick A. Cook

Famous quotes with Sobs

  • Life is made up of sobs, sniffles, and smiles, with sniffles predominating.
    O. Henry
  • Life is sobs, sniffles, and smiles, with sniffles predominating.
    O. Henry
  • Yesterday, at the same reading, I suddenly heard a word that sounded like "Papulya". I nearly burst into sobs. Again -- this is not a hallucination because the word was pronounced, the voice was similar, and I did not doubt for an instant that my daughter, who was supposed to be in Tobolsk, was talking to me ...
    Eugene Botkin
  • To these crocodile tears they will add sobs, fiery sighs, and sorrowful countenance.
    Robert Burton
  • St. George paced slowly up the street. The Boy's heart stood still and he breathed with sobs, the beauty and the grace of the hero were so far beyond anything he had yet seen.
    Kenneth Grahame

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