Synonyms for alas
- interjection
Most common
Definitions
- interj. 1
Used to express sorrow, regret, compassion, grief, resignation, or disappointment.
I wanted to catch the last bus home, but alas, I was ten minutes late and had to take a taxi instead.
Related words
- Other spellings
- alass
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| alas | steady | |
| alack | steady |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 5 letters
- alack