English Synonym Finder

deplore

Definitions

To feel or express strong disapproval of something.

To lament or regret something deeply.

Examples

We deeply deplore the senseless violence that occurred in the city last night.

Many citizens continue to deplore the lack of transparency in the new government policy.

Synonyms

lament bewail mourn bemoan condemn denounce disapprove

Antonyms

applaud praise commend approve celebrate endorse admire