Definition
bewail
verb
- to express deep sorrow or regret about something; to lament
Usage: formal
Examples
- The villagers bewailed the destruction of their ancient church.
- She bewailed her lost opportunities in life.
- The poet bewailed the passing of the old traditions.
- Citizens bewailed the corruption in their government.
- He bewailed his foolish decision to quit his job.
- The mother bewailed her son’s departure for war.