deplore

UK
/dɪˈplɔː/
US
/dɪˈplɔr/

Translations

deploreverb
deplored
Past Simple
deplored
Past Participle
deploring
Gerund
UK
/dɪˈplɔː/
US
/dɪˈplɔr/
Many people deplore the lack of attention given to environmental issues.
Beaucoup de gens déplorent le manque d'attention accordé aux questions environnementales.

Definitions

deploreverb
To feel or express strong disapproval of something.
Many people deplore the lack of attention given to environmental issues.
To regret deeply or strongly; lament.
She deplored the loss of her childhood home to the new development.