lament
Pronunciation
Verb
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Quick answer
To express sadness or regret about something.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
mourn
grieve
Antonyms
celebrate
rejoice
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "She _____ the loss of the old neighborhood bookstore."
Answer: lament
In your own words, what does "lament" mean?
To express sadness or regret about something.
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