Definitions and Examples of mourn, lament
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To feel or express sorrow or grief over a loss or death.
Example
The family will mourn the loss of their loved one for a long time.
To express grief, sorrow, or regret about something.
Example
The poet lamented the passing of time and the loss of youth.
Key Differences: mourn vs lament
- 1Mourn is a more specific term that describes the feeling of sorrow or grief over a loss or death.
- 2Lament is a broader term that describes the expression of grief, sorrow, or regret about something.
Effective Usage of mourn, lament
- 1Express Condolences: Use mourn to express condolences to someone who has lost a loved one.
- 2Express Regret: Use lament to express regret over something that has happened or cannot be changed.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of celebrate are mourn and lament. While mourn is a more specific term that describes the feeling of sorrow or grief over a loss or death, lament is a broader term that describes the expression of grief, sorrow, or regret about something. Use these words to express condolences, show empathy, and express regret.
