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Comparative
more deplorable
Superlative
most deplorable
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disgraceful to the extent that it warrants severe disapproval
- The politician's deplorable remarks sparked outrage across the country.
- Their treatment of the elderly was deplorable and inhumane.
- The company's deplorable disregard for safety led to multiple injuries.
- He was fired for his deplorable behavior toward coworkers.
- The regime's deplorable human rights record drew international criticism.
Synonyms:
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extremely poor in standard, condition, or execution
- The hotel room was in deplorable condition — filthy and falling apart.
- Her essay was deplorable, riddled with errors and lacking structure.
- The roads were deplorable, full of potholes and barely drivable.
- The service at the restaurant was deplorable, slow and rude.
- The school's facilities were deplorable, with broken desks and no heating.