overmourn

/ˌoʊvərˈmɔrn/

Definitions

1. verb

to mourn or feel excessive grief for someone or something beyond what is considered normal or reasonable

“The media’s overmournful coverage of the celebrity’s death contributed to the public’s fascination with the story.”

2. noun

excessive or insincere mourning

“The overmourn for the deceased politician was seen as a publicity stunt by his campaign team.”

Synonyms

  • bewail
  • grieve
  • lament
  • mourn

Antonyms

  • celebrate
  • rejoice