Definitions and Examples of mourn, lament, bemoan
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 sorrow, regret, or disappointment about something.
Example
The fans lamented the team's loss in the championship game.
To express discontent or sorrow over something.
Example
She bemoaned the fact that she had to work on weekends.
Key Differences: mourn vs lament vs bemoan
- 1Mourn is used specifically to describe the feeling of sadness or grief over a loss or death.
- 2Lament is used more generally to describe expressing sorrow, regret, or disappointment about something.
- 3Bemoan is used to describe expressing discontent or sorrow over something.
Effective Usage of mourn, lament, bemoan
- 1Express Condolences: Use mourn to express condolences when someone has lost a loved one.
- 2Express Disappointment: Use lament to express disappointment or regret over a situation.
- 3Express Discontent: Use bemoan to express discontent or dissatisfaction with a situation.
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Remember this!
The antonyms have distinct nuances: Mourn is used to express sorrow or grief over a loss or death, lament is used to express sorrow, regret, or disappointment, and bemoan is used to express discontent or dissatisfaction. Use these words to express condolences, disappointment, or discontent.
