Deplorable

usgb/dɪˈplɔːrəbl/
adjective

Very bad or shocking.

The living conditions in the slums were absolutely deplorable.
Visual representation of "deplorable" - Very bad or shocking.

Often appears as...

  • deplorable conditions
  • deplorable behavior

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Disapproving

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Severity Emphasis

Use 'deplorable' to express strong disapproval, emphasizing the seriousness of a situation or action.

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The deplorable state of the park made it unsafe for children.
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Beyond Repair

'Deplorable' often implies a situation is so bad that it seems beyond repair or improvement.

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The car was in a deplorable condition, with no hope of being fixed.
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Not Mild Criticism

The word 'deplorable' is strong; it's not for mild criticism but for condemning something as unacceptable.

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Their treatment of the animals was not just sad, it was deplorable.
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