Keening

The keening stench of decay emanated from the garbage dumpster, making it difficult to pass by.

The widow sat alone in her empty house, keening softly for the husband she had lost.

The keening shriek of the fireworks lit up the night sky.

The sound of keening could be heard from afar, drawing people to the funeral grounds to pay their respects.

The keening tone of his voice conveyed the depth of his heartbreak.