threnodian

/θrɪnəˈdiːən/

Definitions

1. noun

relating to or characteristic of a threnody; mourning or lamentation, especially in music

“The composer’s threnodian requiem was performed at the funeral to honor the deceased.”

Synonyms

  • lamentatory
  • threnodic

Antonyms

  • celebratory
  • eulogistic