deplore
/dɪˈplɔːr/
de · plore
dɪ · ˈplɔːr
English Definition
v. strongly disapprove of
Significado en Español
deplorar, lamentar
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
lên án, than thở
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
deplore(regret, condemn).
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Which of the following words is a synonym for “deplore”?
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A
admire
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B
regret
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C
ignore
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D
support
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B — regret.
“deplore” means v. strongly disapprove of
Common questions about “deplore”
What does “deplore” mean?
deplore — v. strongly disapprove of. In Chinese: 谴责，悲叹.
How do you pronounce “deplore”?
deplore is pronounced /dɪˈplɔːr/. It breaks into 2 syllables: de · plore.
Is “deplore” an ISEE Middle-level word?
Yes. deplore appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “deplore”?
deplore(regret, condemn).
