Synonyms for

Lamented

Verb / lʌˈmentɪd / Another word for lamented — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To express sorrow or grief for something or someone.

Synonyms & similar words

lament keen deplore unlamented bemoan bewail mourned grieved wept cried sighed moaned sorrowed lamentable regretted bewailed deplored complained bemoaned lamenting lament lamentably lamentation lamentations plaintive woeful

Example sentences

  1. The family lamented the passing of their beloved pet dog.
  2. She lamented the mistakes she made in the past.
  3. He lamented over the loss of his job.
  4. The villagers lamented the destruction caused by the flood.
  5. The singer lamented about lost love in her song.

Quotes

  • 'I have often lamented my lack of imagination,' said the King.
  • 'The night is dark and full of terrors,' lamented Melisandre.
  • 'I have lived too long to cherish many illusions about the essential natures of men and women,' she lamented.

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