as in slighting
intended to make a person or thing seem of little importance or value
the usual decrying remarks about the clothes that the stars wore to the awards ceremony
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as in dismissing
to express scornfully one's low opinion of
scientists were quick to decry the claims of the psychic
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as in denouncing
to declare to be morally wrong or evil
a statement by the church decrying modern society's liberal attitude regarding marriage and divorce
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Recent Examples of decrying
Sacbee.com, 12 June 2026
Protesters decrying overtourism have shot water pistols at tour buses.
—Seth Doane, CBS News, 7 June 2026
This was not Myles Garrett decrying organizational ineptitude until the Cleveland Browns dropped $160 million on the edge rusher’s doorstep.
—Brooks Kubena, New York Times, 1 June 2026
Hassane spoke at the afternoon news conference about the deadly attack at his institution this morning, decrying the conditions that could create such violence.
—Dennis Romero, NBC news, 19 May 2026
But the unresolved questions about the risks AI poses for job losses, mental health issues and even humanity’s extinction served as a backdrop for the proceedings, with protesters decrying both Musk and Altman becoming a regular presence outside the federal courthouse.
—ABC News, 18 May 2026
Think, dear reader, of the actor Matthew Rhys, who just this week gave an interview to the Wall Street Journal decrying, quite rightly, the lack of headphone use running rampant among video watchers in public spaces the world over.
—Charlie Hobbs, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 May 2026
Investors, decrying the lack of specifics, sold off stocks.
—Stephanie Yang, CNN Money, 15 May 2026
The shooting prompted protests decrying police shootings, and activists called for the arrest and prosecution of the officer.
—City News Service, Daily News, 7 May 2026
Verb
Advocacy groups bought ads, held rallies and sent letters and news releases decrying Assembly leaders for backing the governors’ cuts.
—Sacbee.com, 12 June 2026
Protesters decrying overtourism have shot water pistols at tour buses.
—Seth Doane, CBS News, 7 June 2026
This was not Myles Garrett decrying organizational ineptitude until the Cleveland Browns dropped $160 million on the edge rusher’s doorstep.
—Brooks Kubena, New York Times, 1 June 2026
Hassane spoke at the afternoon news conference about the deadly attack at his institution this morning, decrying the conditions that could create such violence.
—Dennis Romero, NBC news, 19 May 2026
But the unresolved questions about the risks AI poses for job losses, mental health issues and even humanity’s extinction served as a backdrop for the proceedings, with protesters decrying both Musk and Altman becoming a regular presence outside the federal courthouse.
—ABC News, 18 May 2026
Think, dear reader, of the actor Matthew Rhys, who just this week gave an interview to the Wall Street Journal decrying, quite rightly, the lack of headphone use running rampant among video watchers in public spaces the world over.
—Charlie Hobbs, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 May 2026
Investors, decrying the lack of specifics, sold off stocks.
—Stephanie Yang, CNN Money, 15 May 2026
The shooting prompted protests decrying police shootings, and activists called for the arrest and prosecution of the officer.
—City News Service, Daily News, 7 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for decrying
Adjective
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Pratt came in with an insulting offer and needed to be pushed.—
Heather Merrick,
Hartford Courant,
11 June 2026
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These character endnotes, whether they’re read as youthful naiveté or an insulting interpretation of youthful naiveté, contribute to the finale’s bitter aftertaste.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
1 June 2026
Verb
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Media covered the story briefly before dismissing it as youthful overreaction or isolated activism.—
Steve Denning,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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Mirren is dismissing talk that there is a beef between the costars.—
Derek Lawrence,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 June 2026
Verb
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Resolutions passed on immigration and political violence Later Wednesday, SBC messengers approved a resolutions denouncing political violence and hateful speech.—
Peter Smith,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
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Overnight, Musk reposted many social media messages denouncing the state of the United Kingdom.—
Henry Austin,
NBC news,
10 June 2026
Adjective
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No one should be subject to listening to the most degrading and profane words that now seem popular with some people.—
Judith Martin,
Mercury News,
16 June 2026
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According to the company, the electronic attack variant is intended to provide non-kinetic effects on the battlefield by disrupting and degrading enemy sensors and reconnaissance networks.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
14 June 2026
Verb
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Well-draining soil is key to minimizing overly soggy conditions.—
Lauren David,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Dec. 2025
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Once stationary, deactivate all lights except the hazard flashers, engage the emergency brake, and release the brake pedal to ensure your tail lights remain unlit, minimizing the chance of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Dec. 2025
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In 2024, China abstained from a UN Security Council vote condemning the placement of nuclear weapons in outer space—a motion supported by all other members except Russia.—
ELIZABETH ECONOMY,
Foreign Affairs,
9 Dec. 2025
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AfghanEvac issued a statement within hours of the shooting condemning it and asking Americans to not demonize an entire country because of the actions of one person.—
Julia Vargas Jones,
CNN Money,
9 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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The malicious prosecution claim was dismissed after Levine’s attorneys failed to object to a motion for summary judgment to dismiss the final charge.—
Jack Harvel,
Kansas City Star,
11 June 2026
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The Knicks also got their revenge on Wembanyama, who went unpenalized for a malicious, above-the-shoulders shove on Brunson in Game 3.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
11 June 2026
Verb
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Once the scene resurfaced online some ten years later, internet users leveraged the phrase as a way to distinguish those who were musically superior (who had the range) and those who were not, diminishing them regardless of their popularity.—
Dr. Marcus Collins,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Trooping the Colour is one of the most important events in the royal calendar with the King and Queen at its center, flanked by the Wales family and supported by an ever-diminishing group of senior working royals.—
Katie Nicholl,
Vanity Fair,
11 June 2026
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“Decrying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decrying. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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