Bemoan — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /bi-ˈmōn/ be·moan

Meaning & Definition of Bemoan

Bemoan (verb)

  1. to express deep grief or distress over
  2. to regard with displeasure, disapproval, or regret

Bemoan (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to feel or express sorrow for

    "bemoaned the death of his wife by writing a series of poignant letters addressed to her"

    similar: bewail, deplore, grieve (for), lament, mourn, wail (for)
    related: elegize, cry (for), keen, moan, weep, regret, rue, bawl, blubber, sob, agonize, bleed, hurt, sorrow, suffer
    opposite: delight, exult (in), glory (in), joy, rejoice (in)
    near: beam, cheer, grin, laugh, smile

  2. to feel sorry or dissatisfied about

    "a think piece bemoaning the coarsening of our society over the last several decades"

    similar: deplore, lament, regret, repent, rue
    related: ache (for), bewail, grieve (for), mourn, sorrow (for)
    near: delight (in), enjoy, relish, revel (in), savor

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Bemoan

The most common words with a similar meaning to Bemoan:

bewail, deplore, grieve (for), lament, mourn, wail (for), regret, repent, rue

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Bemoan

Words with the opposite meaning of Bemoan:

delight, exult (in), glory (in), joy, rejoice (in)

Related Words for Bemoan

elegize, cry (for), keen, moan, weep, bawl, blubber, sob, agonize, bleed, hurt, sorrow, suffer, ache (for), sorrow (for)

Near Antonyms of Bemoan

beam, cheer, grin, laugh, smile, delight (in), enjoy, relish, revel (in), savor

Word Forms of Bemoan

Inflections: bemoaned, bemoaning, bemoans

Origin & Etymology of Bemoan

First known use: before 12th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Bemoan

Frequently Asked Questions about Bemoan

What does "Bemoan" mean?

"Bemoan" means to express deep grief or distress over. As a verb, it is defined as: to express deep grief or distress over. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Bemoan"?

Other words for "Bemoan" include bewail, deplore, grieve (for), lament, mourn, wail (for), regret and repent. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Bemoan" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Bemoan"?

There are 24 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Bemoan". Common alternatives include bewail, deplore, grieve (for), lament, mourn, wail (for), regret, repent and rue.

What is the opposite of "Bemoan"?

Antonyms of "Bemoan" include delight, exult (in), glory (in), joy and rejoice (in). Near antonyms include beam, cheer, grin and laugh.

How do you use "Bemoan" in a sentence?

Examples of "Bemoan" in a sentence: "bemoaned the death of his wife by writing a series of poignant letters addressed to her"; "a think piece bemoaning the coarsening of our society over the last several decades".

Is "Bemoan" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Bemoan" is a verb.

Is "Bemoan" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C2-level word, "Bemoan" is typical of Cambridge C2 Proficiency (CPE), IELTS band 8.5–9.0, TOEFL iBT 114–120, PTE Academic 85–90. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Bemoan"?

"Bemoan" is pronounced /bi-ˈmōn/ and divided into syllables as be·moan.