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BEMOAN Synonyms

There are 13 synonyms of the word bemoan. (exact relations)
There are 6 hypernyms of the word bemoan. (close relations)
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bewail
verbv
verb

• regret strongly

lament
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a cry of sorrow and grief

• a song or hymn of mourning composed or performed as a memorial to a dead person

• a mournful poem; a lament for the dead

verb

• express grief verbally

• regret strongly

mourn
verbv
verb

• feel sadness

• observe the customs of mourning after the death of a loved one

deplore
verbv
verb

• express strong condemnation of

• regret strongly

complain
verbv
verb

• express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness

• make a formal accusation; bring a formal charge

cry
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition

• a loud utterance of emotion (especially when inarticulate)

• a slogan used to rally support for a cause

• a fit of weeping

• the characteristic utterance of an animal

verb

• utter a sudden loud cry

• shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain

• utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy

• proclaim or announce in public

• demand immediate action

• utter a characteristic sound

• bring into a particular state by crying

grieve
verbv
verb

• feel grief

• cause to feel sorrow

groan
verb, nounv, n
noun

• an utterance expressing pain or disapproval

verb

• indicate pain, discomfort, or displeasure

moan
verb, nounv, n
noun

• an utterance expressing pain or disapproval

verb

• indicate pain, discomfort, or displeasure

regret
verb, nounv, n
noun

• sadness associated with some wrong done or some disappointment

verb

• feel remorse for; feel sorry for; be contrite about

• feel sad about the loss or absence of

• decline formally or politely

• express with regret

sorrow
nounn
noun

• an emotion of great sadness associated with loss or bereavement

• sadness associated with some wrong done or some disappointment

• something that causes great unhappiness

• the state of being sad

verb

• feel grief

wail
verbv
noun

• a cry of sorrow and grief

verb

• emit long loud cries

• cry weakly or softly

weep
verbv
verb

• shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain

Best Hypernyms For BEMOAN

Here is a list of related hypernyms for bemoan, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (5)
complain kick kvetch plain quetch
Phrases (1)
sound off

Alternatives for BEWAIL

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