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