All 3 Uses of
plaintive
in
A Raisin in the Sun
- (Plaintively) Walter Lee—why don't we just try to talk about it ....WALTER: (Not listening) I been out talking with people who understand me†
Scene 2.1 *plaintively = in a sad manner
- (Almost plaintively) Why you always trying to give me something to eat†
Scene 2.1
- Mama— MAMA: (Folding over) Strength ....BENEATHA (Plaintively) Mama ....MAMA Strength!†
Scene 2.3
Definition:
expressing sadness -- sometimes with a plea for help