ɛˈlɛɡɪækəl

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of mourning, especially for the dead, or expressing sorrow or regret

“The elegiacal tone of the poem captured the somber mood of the occasion.”

2. noun

a poem or verse that mourns the dead or expresses regret

“The professor analyzed the elegiacal poem written by the student, highlighting its use of imagery and metaphor.”