Definition & Meaning of "deplorable"in English

deplorable

disgraceful to the extent that it warrants severe disapproval

Grammatical Information

Composition

Compound

qualitative

Superlative

most deplorable

Comparative

more deplorable

gradable

domain

behavior, morality, evaluation

Examples

The politician's deplorable remarks sparked outrage across the country.

extremely poor in standard, condition, or execution

pitiful

sad

sorry

wretched

Examples

The hotel room was in deplorable condition — filthy and falling apart.

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