Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bewail

verb
/bɪˈweɪl/
Definition
To express deep sorrow or regret for something.
Examples
  • She began to bewail the absence of her childhood friend.
  • Many people bewail the changes in their hometown over the years.
  • He was known to bewail his luck every time he lost a game.
Meaning
Bewail is used to convey feelings of sadness, mourning, or lamentation, often in response to a loss or missed opportunity.
Synonyms
  • lament
  • mourn
  • grieve
  • sorrow over
  • complain about