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Word of the Day – Repine

By June 2, 2018Word of the Day

Repine (verb)

ree-pi-n

Feel or express discontent; fret.

Early 16th century: from re- ‘again’ + the verb pine, on the pattern of repent.

Example sentences

“You mustn’t repine for him, he’ll be safe I’m sure.”

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