wept

Definition

  • past tense and past participle of 'weep'

Examples

  • He 'wept' bitter tears of disappointment.

  • He 'wept' at the news of her death.

  • He 'wept' with joy/relief.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) How are you feeling this morning, Mammy? Well, this misery in my back ain't so good. You actin' mighty happy this mornin', Miss Scarlett. I am, Mammy. I am. "Oh, she wept with delight when he gave her a smile "And trembled with fear at his frown." Hello. I'd like to extend my apologies (..)
    1939 Gone with the Wind