Definition of alas
—used to express unhappiness, pity, or concern Life, alas, is too short.
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Examples of alas in a sentence
Juliet's pitiful lament, “alas, poor Romeo, he is already dead!”.
Origin and Etymology of alas
Middle English, from Anglo-French, from a ah + las weary, from Latin lassus — more at lassitude
First Known Use: 13th century
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—used to express sadness, sorrow, disappointment, etc.
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—used to express unhappiness, pity, disappointment or worry Alas, it was too late!
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