deplorable
12 synonyms and 1 antonym for deplorable, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Shockingly bad or unacceptable; deserving strong disapproval.
Synonyms
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Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
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Antonyms
How to use deplorable
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
deplorable conditions
absolutely deplorable
deplorable behaviour
Etymology
From French déplorable, from Late Latin deplorabilis, related to "deplore."
Full origin of deplorable →Frequently asked questions
What does “deplorable” mean?
The word “deplorable” means shockingly bad or unacceptable; deserving strong disapproval. In plain terms, so bad that it deserves strong criticism, or genuinely sad and regrettable.
How do you pronounce “deplorable”?
“Deplorable” is pronounced dih-PLAW-ruhbl (/dəˈplɔɹəb(ə)l/ in IPA).
How do you use “deplorable” in a sentence?
Here is “deplorable” used in a sentence: “The prisoners were kept in deplorable conditions.”
What part of speech is “deplorable”?
“Deplorable” is an adjective.
Where does the word “deplorable” come from?
The word “deplorable” comes from Late Latin. From French déplorable, from Late Latin deplorabilis, related to "deplore.".
How many meanings does “deplorable” have?
“Deplorable” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: shockingly bad or unacceptable; deserving strong disapproval.
