Lament
Pronunciation: /ləˈmɛnt/
Lament (verb)
- to show or feel deep sadness or regret about something.
- to complain or be unhappy about a loss or bad situation.
Examples
- She lamented over the missed opportunity.
- They lamented the end of the summer vacation.
Common collocations: lament deeply, lament publicly, lament the loss, lament the decline, mournful lament
Lament (noun)
- a song, poem, or piece of writing that expresses sadness or sorrow.
- an expression of deep sadness or regret.
Examples
- The lament was sung at the memorial service.
- A lament echoed through the quiet night.