Doleful(adjective)
Showing sorrow; very sad and mournful.
Hindi meaning:शोकपूर्ण
Synonyms: Mournful, Melancholy, Sorrowful, Woeful
Antonyms: Cheerful, Joyful, Happy, Jubilant
Example: He gave a doleful look after hearing the disappointing news.
Trick to remember: Doleful = dole mila but khushi nahi, full sad face — mood bilkul mournful.
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