lament
//ləˈmɛnt//
Verb
lamentInfinitive
lamentPresent tense
lamentedPast tense
lamentedPast participle
lamentingPresent participle
lamentsThird-person singular
1
To express deep sorrow, grief, or regret about something.
She lamented the loss of her beloved pet.
2
To mourn or grieve for someone or something.
The whole nation lamented the death of the beloved leader.
Noun
lamentSingular
lamentsPlural
1
A passionate expression of grief or sorrow.
Her lament for her lost friend moved everyone to tears.
2
A song, poem, or piece of music expressing grief or mourning.
The poet wrote a lament for his deceased friend.