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Lament
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Simple meaning
What does Lament mean?
Lament means to show sadness or regret.
Dictionary definition
To express sadness or regret; also an expression of sadness.
Example sentences
Lament in a sentence
easy
The poem was a lament for a lost home.
medium
The character began to lament the mistake she had made.
hard
In literature, a lament can reveal grief without directly explaining every feeling.
Synonyms
Words like Lament
mournTo feel or show deep sadness.
grieveTo feel sadness after a loss.
Antonyms
Opposite words
celebrateTo show joy or praise.
rejoiceTo feel or show great happiness.
Word family
Lament word family
Base word
lament
verb
lament
To express sadness or regret.
verb
laments
Expresses sadness now or often.
verb
lamented
Expressed sadness in the past.
verb
lamenting
Expressing sadness now.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does lament mean?
To lament is to express sadness or regret.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to lament?
Mourn and lament both involve expressing sadness.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of lament?
Celebrate means to show joy, which contrasts with lament.
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