Keening

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

The patient lay in the hospital bed, his keening thoughts consumed by the desire to be healthy again.

The character in the novel was portrayed as a keening figure, forever yearning for redemption and forgiveness.

The singer's voice soared in a beautiful keening note, captivating the audience.

The traditional keening brought tears to the eyes of all those who listened, capturing the pain of loss in its rawest form.