July 3, 2026
lament
/ləˈmɛnt/verb
To show deep sorrow or regret about something.
Example sentences
- “The villagers lamented the closing of their only school.”
- “Many older fans lament the loss of the old stadium.”
As a noun, a lament is a song or poem of grief. 'Late lamented' is a wry way to refer to the dead.