mourn
Translation
to mourn, to grieve
Examples
The whole country mourned the queen's death.
The whole country mourned the queen's death.
He is still mourning his lost dog.
He is still mourning his lost dog.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) to feel or show deep sorrow for (sb./sth.) The nation mourned the passing of its leader.
((for sb./sth.)) to feel or show deep sorrow for (sb./sth.) She mourned for her lost childhood.
Similar Words
Synonyms: grieve, lament, sorrow; Antonyms: rejoice, celebrate
Etymology
From Old English 'murnan', meaning to be anxious or to grieve.
Memory Tips
It sounds like 'morn' (morning). Imagine waking in the morning feeling sad about a loss.