Definition

In a way that expresses strong disapproval or sadness about something.

Example

She spoke deploringly about the lack of action on climate change.

Conversation

Did you hear about the changes at work?

Yeah, it's really disappointing to see things go downhill.

I know, I keep thinking about how deploringly they handled the situation.

Exactly! It's frustrating when management doesn't seem to care.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Deploringly → It is formed from "deplorare" (from Latin, meaning to lament or express sorrow) and the adverbial suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "deploringly" means in a manner that expresses sorrow or lamentation.

Memory Tip

Think of expressing sorrow ('deplorare') and doing it 'in a manner' ('-ly'). This helps you remember that 'deploringly' means to express sorrow in a certain way.

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