ululation
verbHow to pronounce ululation:
Definition of ululation:
- ululation (verb):
- to utter a loud, usually protracted, high-pitched, rhythmical sound especially as an expression of sorrow, joy, celebration, or reverence howl
Synonyms for ululation:
complaint
cry
howl
howling
lament
lamentation
moan
scream
sorrow
utterance
vocalization
wail
Antonyms for ululation:
calm
hush
muteness
noiselessness
peace
peacefulness
quiescence
quiet
quietness
quietude
quietus
reserve
reticence
seriousness
silence
soundlessness
speechlessness
stillness
taciturnity
tranquility
tranquillity
uncommunicativeness
unresponsiveness
voicelessness
whisper
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