deplore

Intermediate

/dɪˈplɔːr/

verb
To feel or express sorrow, disapproval

deplore in a sentence

  • “We all deplored the miserable working conditions in the factory.”
  • “We deplore the development of nuclear weapons.”
  • “Many people deplored the change.”
  • “Although deplored by many, her decisions have greatly benefited the company.”

What does “deplore” mean?

deplore (verb) means to feel or express sorrow, disapproval. It is pronounced /dɪˈplɔːr/. Vocaby pairs the definition with audio and real example sentences so the word is easy to remember — and brings it back for review right before you'd forget it.

Frequently asked questions

What does "deplore" mean?
deplore (verb) means: To feel or express sorrow, disapproval
How do you pronounce "deplore"?
"deplore" is pronounced /dɪˈplɔːr/ in IPA. You can tap to hear it spoken aloud in the Vocaby app.
How do you use "deplore" in a sentence?
Here is "deplore" used in a sentence: We all deplored the miserable working conditions in the factory.

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