bemoan

/bi-ˈmōn/

verb

  1. to express deep grief or distress over

  2. to regard with displeasure, disapproval, or regret

bemoan the death of their leader

deplore lament bewail bemoan mean to express grief or sorrow for something. deplore implies regret for the loss or impairment of something of value. lament implies a profound or demonstrative expression of sorrow.