Lamentable: meaning, definitions and examples

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lamentable

 

[ ˈlæmən tə bəl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

expressing sorrow

The term 'lamentable' refers to something that is deserving of lament or regret. It often describes situations, events, or conditions that evoke sadness or disappointment. This word is frequently used to express a sense of mourning over loss or misfortune. The feelings associated with lamentable circumstances can vary from mild regret to profound grief, depending on the context. Overall, 'lamentable' conveys a strong emotional response linked to sorrow and unhappiness.

Synonyms

deplorable, distressing, regrettable, tragic, unfortunate

Examples of usage

  • The lamentable state of the environment calls for immediate action.
  • His lamentable performance was met with criticism.
  • She spoke about the lamentable impact of the war on civilians.

Translations

Translations of the word "lamentable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 lamentável

🇮🇳 दुखद

🇩🇪 lamentabel

🇮🇩 menyedihkan

🇺🇦 жалюгідний

🇵🇱 lamentable

🇯🇵 残念な

🇫🇷 lamentable

🇪🇸 lamentable

🇹🇷 üzücü

🇰🇷 애처로운

🇸🇦 مؤسف

🇨🇿 žalostný

🇸🇰 ľutostivý

🇨🇳 令人遗憾的

🇸🇮 žalosten

🇮🇸 sorglegur

🇰🇿 өкінішті

🇬🇪 საოცრად

🇦🇿 təəssüf doğuran

🇲🇽 lamentable

Word origin

The word 'lamentable' derives from the Latin 'lamentabilis', which means 'to be lamented'. It traces back to the root 'lamentari', meaning 'to mourn' or 'to cry out'. The word entered the English language in the late 15th century during a time when emotions and expressions of sorrow were significant in literature and society. The evolution of 'lamentable' reflects the human experience of mourning and grief, capturing feelings associated with loss. Its usage has remained consistent, evoking sympathy and compassion in various contexts throughout its history. The preservation of this word in our language emphasizes the importance of acknowledging sorrowful situations and the ways they impact individuals and communities.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,561, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.