Bemoan: meaning, definitions and examples
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bemoan
[ bɪˈməʊn ]
express discontent or sorrow
To bemoan is to express deep grief, sorrow, or disappointment. It often involves lamenting or complaining about a situation or outcome.
Synonyms
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Word | Description / Examples |
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bemoan |
Use this word when expressing deep sorrow or disappointment about something, often with a sense of regret.
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lament |
Use this word for expressing deep grief or sorrow, often in a formal or poetic context. It is suitable for serious and emotional situations.
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complain |
This word is used for expressing dissatisfaction or annoyance about something. It is more general and can be applied to everyday situations.
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deplore |
This word is suitable for expressing strong disapproval or condemnation of something, often from a moral standpoint.
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Examples of usage
- She would often bemoan the lack of support from her colleagues.
- The fans bemoaned the team's loss in the championship game.
Translations
Translations of the word "bemoan" in other languages:
🇵🇹 lamentar
🇮🇳 विलाप करना
🇩🇪 beklagen
🇮🇩 meratapi
🇺🇦 оплакувати
🇵🇱 opłakiwać
🇯🇵 嘆く (なげく)
🇫🇷 se lamenter
🇪🇸 lamentar
🇹🇷 ağlamak
🇰🇷 한탄하다
🇸🇦 يتحسر
🇨🇿 naříkat
🇸🇰 nariekať
🇨🇳 哀悼 (āidào)
🇸🇮 žalovati
🇮🇸 harma
🇰🇿 жылау
🇬🇪 გლოვა
🇦🇿 ağlamak
🇲🇽 lamentar
Etymology
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #31,061 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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