Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
alas
Interjection
/əˈlæs/
Definition
An expression of sorrow or regret.
Examples
- Alas, I cannot attend the party this weekend.
- She sighed and said, ‘Alas, we’ve missed our chance.’
- He looked at the empty playground and said, ‘Alas, those were the days.’
Meaning
It is often used to convey sadness about a situation or to announce bad news.
Synonyms
- wah
- oh dear
- unfortunately
