GRE Word List

BEMOAN

to express deep grief or distress over

The meaning of the word bemoan is to express deep grief or distress over.

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superannuatedoutmoded
dabbleto work or involve oneself superficially or intermittently especially in a secondary activity or interest
filingan act or instance of using a file
fraya usually disorderly or protracted fight, struggle, or dispute
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collusionsecret agreement or cooperation especially for an illegal or deceitful purpose
sumptuousextremely costly, rich, luxurious, or magnificent
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