Definition

Relating to a burial place or suggesting something gloomy and related to death.

Example

The sepulchral tone of the music made everyone feel somber.

Conversation

Did you hear that song with the sepulchral vibe?

Yeah, it was really haunting and beautiful at the same time.

I love how it captures such a deep emotion.

Totally, it feels like it tells a story from beyond.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sepulchral → It is formed from "sepulcrum" (meaning tomb or grave) in Latin and the suffix "-al" (meaning pertaining to). The word "sepulchral" refers to something that is related to or characteristic of a tomb or burial.

Memory Tip

Think of the Latin word for tomb, 'sepulcrum', to remember that 'sepulchral' relates to things associated with graves or burial.

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