deplores; deplored; deploring
: to hate or dislike (something) very much : to strongly disapprove of (something)
We deplore the development of nuclear weapons.
Many people deplored the change.
Although deplored by many, her decisions have greatly benefited the company.
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“Deplore.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/deplore. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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