ululatory

/ˌʌl.ɪˈleɪ.təri/ or /ˌʌl.ɪˈlɑː.tɔːri/

Definitions

1. adjective

having or characterized by a wailing or ululating sound

“The ululatory cry of the birds pierced the night air.”

2. noun

a wailing or ululating sound

“The ululation of the crowd echoed through the stadium.”

Synonyms

  • keening
  • ululating
  • wailing

Antonyms

  • murmuring
  • whispering