Deplore: meaning, definitions and examples

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deplore

 

[ dษชหˆplษ”หr ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

express strong disapproval

To deplore something is to strongly disapprove of it and consider it to be wrong or immoral. It implies a sense of sorrow or regret for the situation. People deplore actions, decisions, events, or situations that they find unacceptable or reprehensible.

Synonyms

condemn, criticize, denounce, disapprove.

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Word Description / Examples
deplore

This word is used to express strong disapproval or regret, often in a moral or ethical context.

  • She deplores the lack of empathy in today's society
condemn

Use this word when expressing a formal and strong disapproval, especially in an official or authoritative context.

  • The government condemned the violent actions of the protesters
disapprove

Use this word when expressing an unfavorable opinion about something in a less intense or formal way.

  • Her parents disapproved of her decision to drop out of college
denounce

This word is appropriate when publicly declaring someone or something to be wrong or evil, often in a very strong and explicit way.

  • The activists denounced the company's unethical practices
criticize

This word is used to express disapproval by pointing out the faults or shortcomings in someone or something. It can be either constructive or negative.

  • He was criticized for his lack of attention to detail

Examples of usage

  • I deplore the violence that has erupted in the city.
  • She deplored the government's decision to cut funding for education.
  • The international community deplored the use of chemical weapons in the conflict.
Context #2 | Verb

express grief or regret

To deplore something can also mean to express grief or regret about it. This usage is more emotional and focuses on feelings of sadness or sorrow rather than disapproval. It is often used in literary or formal contexts.

Synonyms

grieve, lament, sorrow.

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deplore

This word is often used in formal settings to express strong disapproval or condemnation, especially for actions or events that are seen as wrong or harmful.

  • The community leaders deplore the acts of violence that occurred last night.
  • Many people deplore the government's handling of the crisis.
grieve

This word is used to describe deep sorrow or sadness, especially after someone has died or after a significant loss.

  • She needed time to grieve after the loss of her father.
  • He was grieving the end of his long-term relationship.
lament

This word is often used in more literary or poetic contexts to express sorrow, regret, or mourning loudly or publicly. It can also imply a sense of longing for what is lost.

  • The old man lamented the passing of the better days of his youth.
  • The song laments the hardships of the early settlers.
sorrow

This word describes a feeling of deep distress or sadness caused by loss, disappointment, or other misfortunes suffered by oneself or others.

  • Her sorrow was evident when she spoke about her late husband.
  • The news brought great sorrow to the entire community.

Examples of usage

  • He deplored the loss of his friend in the accident.
  • She deplored the destruction caused by the natural disaster.

Translations

Translations of the word "deplore" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น deplorar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเคฟเค‚เคฆเคพ เค•เคฐเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช bedauern

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ menyesalkan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฐััƒะดะถัƒะฒะฐั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ubolewaฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้ž้›ฃใ™ใ‚‹ (hinansuru)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท dรฉplorer

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ deplorar

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kฤฑnamak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ•œํƒ„ํ•˜๋‹ค (hantanhada)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูŠุณุชู†ูƒุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ litovat

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ฤพutovaลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ฐด่ดฃ (qiวŽnzรฉ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ obลพalovati

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ harma

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ำฉะบั–ะฝัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒœแƒ˜แƒ™แƒ˜แƒ—แƒฎแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tษ™ษ™ssรผflษ™nmษ™k

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ deplorar

Etymology

The word 'deplore' comes from the Latin word 'deplorare', which means 'to weep bitterly' or 'to lament'. It entered the English language in the late 16th century. Over time, 'deplore' has come to be used to express strong disapproval or condemnation as well as deep sorrow or regret.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,954, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.