Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bemoan
verb
/bɪˈmoʊn/
Definition
To express sorrow or discontent about something.
Examples
- She bemoaned the loss of her favorite park after it was turned into a parking lot.
- He often bemoans the lack of good films at the cinema.
Meaning
Bemoan refers to the act of lamenting or complaining about a situation or an event, often indicating sadness or regret.
Synonyms
- lament
- complain
- mourn
- grieve
- deplore