Alack
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /əˈlæk/ · Part of speech interjection
Quick meaning: Alack is an interjection meaning An expression of sorrow or mourning.
Meaning
An expression of sorrow or mourning.
Example Sentences
Alack, would that Edward listened more to me and less to the queen’s kith! These Woodvilles!
On a day, alack the day: / Loue, whoſe Month is euery May, / Spied a bloſſome paſſing faire, / Playing in the wanton ayre:
Word Forms
- alacke
Synonyms for alack
Depending on context, synonyms include alackaday, alas.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include alas, regretfully, regrettably, sadly, tragically, unfortunately.
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