Definition

Not mourned or regretted after death or loss.

Example

The unlamented passing of the old tree was hardly noticed by the neighborhood.

Conversation

Did you hear about the old café that closed down last week?

Yeah, I heard it was pretty unlamented by most people.

I guess it was time for a change then.

Definitely! Sometimes places just run their course.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unlamented → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "lamented" (from Latin "lamentari", meaning to mourn or express sorrow). The word "unlamented" means not mourned or grieved for, indicating a lack of sorrow for someone or something that has passed.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') mourning or expressing sorrow ('lamented') — that's why unlamented means not mourned.

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