GRE Word List

LAMENT

to mourn aloud : wail

The meaning of the word lament is to mourn aloud : wail.

Random words

WordMeaning
scruplea unit of capacity equal to ¹/₂₄ Apothecaries' ounce see Weights and Measures Table
precociousexceptionally early in development or occurrence
gapeto open the mouth wide
inebriatedexhilarated or confused by or as if by alcohol : intoxicated
proteanof or resembling Proteus in having a varied nature or ability to assume different forms
whimsicalresulting from or characterized by whim or caprice
conceptionthe process of becoming pregnant involving fertilization or implantation or both
innuendoan oblique allusion : hint
ethosthe distinguishing character, sentiment, moral nature, or guiding beliefs of a person, group, or institution
patriciana member of one of the original citizen families of ancient Rome