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Lamented: meaning, definitions and examples

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lamented

 

[ ləˈmɛn.tɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

expressing grief

Lamented is the past tense of lament, which means to express sorrow, mourning, or regret for something. This term is commonly used in the context of losing someone dear or regretting an event or situation that has caused distress. In literature and poetry, it is often utilized to convey deep emotional pain or yearning for what has been lost. It can also refer to expressing dissatisfaction or disappointment regarding circumstances.

Synonyms

bemoaned, grieved, mourned, regretted, sorrowed

Examples of usage

  • She lamented the loss of her old friend.
  • He lamented over the missed opportunity.
  • The community lamented the closure of the local library.

Translations

Translations of the word "lamented" in other languages:

🇵🇹 lamentou

🇮🇳 शोक किया

🇩🇪 beklagt

🇮🇩 merana

🇺🇦 оплакував

🇵🇱 lamentował

🇯🇵 嘆いた

🇫🇷 déploré

🇪🇸 lamentó

🇹🇷 ağladı

🇰🇷 슬퍼했다

🇸🇦 ندب

🇨🇿 naříkal

🇸🇰 naříkal

🇨🇳 哀悼

🇸🇮 žalil

🇮🇸 sorgaði

🇰🇿 жылады

🇬🇪 დაიგმინა

🇦🇿 matəm tutdu

🇲🇽 lamentó

Etymology

The word 'lament' originates from the Latin verb 'lamentari', which means 'to wail' or 'to weep'. It evolved through Old French 'lamenter' before entering the English language in the late 14th century. The term has retained its emotional weight throughout history, often associated with expressions of profound sorrow or regret. Literature from the Middle Ages often depicted characters lamenting their fates, reflecting societal values around grief and mourning. Over time, 'lamented' has become a staple in both poetic and prose writing, symbolizing loss and the human condition's fragility. It is often used in various cultural contexts to articulate collective sorrow in times of tragedy or despair.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #12,232, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.