Select the word similar in meaning to the given word.
BEMOAN
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option (1) → Lament
Bemoan means to complain or express sadness about something. Its synonym is lament. Example: Old residents often bemoan the loss of green parks in the colony.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) Lament (answer) | to express deep sadness or regret about something (same as bemoan) | The fans lamented the retirement of their favourite bowler. |
| (2) Resent | to feel angry about something you think is unfair (quiet anger, not open sadness) | Ishaan resented having to share his room with his cousin. |
| (3) Celebrate | to show happiness about a special event (the opposite of bemoan) | We celebrated Didi’s exam result with a family dinner. |
| (4) Recount | to tell someone about something that happened | Nani loves to recount stories of her village childhood. |
| Synonyms of bemoan: lament, mourn, regret, grieve over Antonyms of bemoan: celebrate, rejoice, cheer |