alas

[uh-las, uh-lahs] / əˈlæs, əˈlɑs /

INTERJECTION

unfortunately

Synonyms

STRONG

dear gee oh woe

WEAK

dear me too bad woe is me

Example Sentences

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They show only what markets did during the period studied — so, alas, there are no perfect guarantees.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026

But alas, Minute Maid is saying goodbye to all that, and thanks for the memories.

From Salon • Feb. 6, 2026

Too much of it, alas, is spent recalling now dead or sadly debilitated family and friends.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 9, 2026

The thirst for power has a way of corrupting even the most idealistic hearts, alas.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 5, 2026

But alas, I would have bartered my high estate to be plain Jill to Hamlet’s Jack.

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein