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bemoaned


Meanings
  • verb

    expressing grief, regret, or disappointment about something

    - "He bemoaned the loss of his beloved pet."
    - "She bemoaned the fact that she had to work on weekends."

Synonyms

bewail , lament , mourn
Rhymes
Words rhyming with bemoaned
moaned , groaned , dawned , feigned
Variants
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bemoan , bemoaned , bemoaning , bemoans
Etymology
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originated from the Old French word 'bemoaner' meaning 'to lament, mourn, or complain'


Trivia
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  1. The word 'bemoaned' has six letters, and the first and last letters are both vowels.

  2. In the English language, 'bemoaned' is an example of a polysyllabic word.


Related Concepts
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  1. lament: An extended expression of sorrow or regret, often including poetry or music.

  2. mourning: The process of expressing and dealing with grief, typically following a loss.


Culture
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In literature, 'bemoan' is often used to describe characters expressing deep sadness or regret, such as Hamlet in Shakespeare's play.

How to Memorize "bemoaned"

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    - Imagine someone deeply sad and expressing their emotions through words or actions.

  2. associate

    - Think of a situation where someone is expressing regret or disappointment.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a phrase such as 'Bemoan Beginnings Bring Betterment' to help remember the meaning.


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