lament

The word “lament” has 2 syllables: la-ment.

It's pronounced as /ləˈmɛnt/.

What is synonym and antonym for lament?

In the thesaurus, “lament” has 21 synonyms and 16 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for lament along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for lament

bemoan
complaint
cry
deplore
dirge
elegy
grievance
groan
howl
keen
lamentation
moan
mourn
mourning
regret
requiem
taps
tears
wail
weeping
whine

Antonyms for lament

acclaim
approval
be happy
commendation
compliment
delight
enjoy
eulogy
exultation
joy
paean
panegyric
praise
rejoicing
relish
savor

Meanings of lament

noun

An expression of grief, suffering, sadness or regret.
A song expressing grief.

verb

To express grief; to weep or wail; to mourn.
To feel great sorrow or regret; to bewail.

Example Sentences

Lament filled the air as the mourners gathered to pay their respects at the funeral.
She couldn't help but lament the loss of her childhood home, flooded with memories of happier times.
The poet's verses were a poignant lament for the state of the world, echoing the collective sorrow of humanity.
As the sun set on the old oak tree, its branches seemed to lament the passing of time, whispering secrets to the wind.
Lament for the fallen soldiers echoed across the battlefield, a somber melody in the midst of chaos.

On this page you'll find 37 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to lament, such as: acclaim, approval, be happy, bemoan, commendation, complaint, compliment.

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