Definition: a mournful poem; a lament for the dead
Similar words: poem, verse form
Definition: a composition written in metrical feet forming rhythmical lines
Synonyms: dirge, coronach, requiem, lament, threnody
Definition: a song or hymn of mourning composed or performed as a memorial to a dead person
Definition: a short musical composition with words
Usage: a successful musical must have at least three good songs
Synonyms: wail, lament, lamentation, plaint
Definition: a cry of sorrow and grief
Usage: their pitiful laments could be heard throughout the ward
Similar words: complaint
Definition: (formerly) a loud cry (or repeated cries) of pain or rage or sorrow
Synonyms: lament, bemoan, bewail, deplore
Definition: regret strongly
Usage: I deplore this hostile action; we lamented the loss of benefits
Similar words: sound off, kvetch, kick, quetch, plain, complain
Definition: express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness
Usage: My mother complains all day; She has a lot to kick about
Definition: express grief verbally
Usage: we lamented the death of the child
Similar words: express emotion, express feelings
Definition: give verbal or other expression to one's feelings