lament
Translation
to lament, to mourn, to grieve
Examples
She lamented the loss of her friend.
She lamented the loss of her friend.
He lamented that he had not studied harder.
He lamented that he had not studied harder.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to express sadness about (sth.) She lamented the loss of her friend.
((that ...)) to say with regret that... He lamented that he had not studied harder.
Similar Words
Synonyms: mourn, grieve, bewail; Antonyms: rejoice, celebrate
Etymology
From Latin 'lamentum' meaning 'a wailing, moaning'.
Memory Tips
Think of a sad song or 'lament' sung at a funeral to express deep sorrow.