lament

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

It's pronounced as /ləˈmɛnt/

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In the thesaurus, “lament” has 83 synonyms and 34 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for lament

noun
1. An expression of grief, suffering, sadness or regret.
2. A song expressing grief.
verb
1. To express grief; to weep or wail; to mourn.
2. To feel great sorrow or regret; to bewail.

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 117 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to lament, such as: acclaim, agonize, agonizing, anguish, applause, approval, bawl.

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