bemoaner

/bɪmoʊnər/

Definitions

1. noun

One who expresses sorrow or regret, often in a habitual or excessive manner.

“The bemoaner of the lost city spent years researching its history.”

2. verb

To express sorrow or regret in a habitual or excessive manner.

“He has been bemoaning the loss of his job for weeks.”

Synonyms

  • mourner
  • plainspeaker

Antonyms

  • celebrant
  • enthusiast