Deplorably — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective adverb /di-ˈplȯr-ə-bəl/ de·plor·able

Meaning & Definition of Deplorably

Deplorably (adjective)

  1. deserving censure or contempt, wretched
  2. lamentable

Deplorably (adverb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in terribly, horribly

    similar: abysmally, atrociously, awfully, damnably, detestably, disastrously, dreadfully, execrably, horrendously, horribly, horrifically, rottenly, terribly, bad, badly, deficiently, inadequately, lousily, poorly, unacceptably, unsatisfactorily, wretchedly, intolerably, unbearably, inappropriately, incorrectly, indecently, reprehensibly, unsuitably, vulgarly, naughtily, egregiously, flagrantly, grossly, miserably, shoddily, sleazily, trashily, unspeakably, abominably, odiously, vilely, inferiorly, insufficiently, meagerly, meanly, scantily, scantly, shabbily, skimpily, sparely, stingily
    opposite: acceptably, adequately, all right, fine, good, nicely, OK, palatably, passably, satisfactorily, so-so, tolerably, well, appropriately, congruously, correctly, decently, decorously, felicitously, fittingly, meetly, rightly, seemly, suitably, exactly, faithfully, ideally, precisely, respectably, gratifyingly, satisfyingly

Related Entry: Deplorable (adjective)

Deplorable is a different word from Deplorably. The synonyms below are for deplorable, not for deplorably.

  1. arousing or deserving of one's loathing and disgust

    "we will not tolerate such deplorable behavior in a house of worship"

    similar: cheap, contemptible, cruddy, despicable, dirty, grubby, lame, lousy, mean, nasty, paltry, pitiable, pitiful, ratty, scabby, scummy, scurvy, sneaking, sorry, wretched
    related: abhorrent, abominable, condemnable, detestable, execrable, hateful, loathsome, odious, disgusting, reptilian, repugnant, repulsive, revolting, revulsive, discreditable, disgraceful, dishonorable, disreputable, ignominious, shameful, base, ignoble, low, shabby, sordid, squalid, vile, blamable, censurable, reprehensible, reproachable, cowardly, craven, dastardly, unethical, unprincipled, unscrupulous
    opposite: admirable, commendable, creditable, laudable, meritorious, praiseworthy
    near: high-minded, honest, honorable, noble, principled, redoubtable, reputable, right-minded, scrupulous, upright, ethical, good, moral, right, righteous, virtuous

  2. of a kind to cause great distress

    "condemned the deplorable conditions in which the family was living"

    similar: distressful, distressing, grievous, heartbreaking, heartrending, lamentable, regrettable, tragic, unfortunate, unlucky, woeful
    related: troublesome, vexatious, affecting, doleful, moving, piteous, poignant, ruthful, touching, awful, dire, dreadful, fearful, severe, terrible, alarming, disturbing, perturbing, traumatic, unsettling, crushing, excruciating, harrowing, horrible, horrifying, intolerable, overwhelming, shocking, sickening, unbearable, miserable, pitiful, sad, wretched, calamitous, disastrous, painful, raging, sharp
    near: gratifying, pleasing, rewarding, satisfying, comforting, encouraging, heartening, cheering, heartwarming, inspiring, fortunate, happy, lucky

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Deplorably

The most common words with a similar meaning to Deplorably:

abysmally, atrociously, awfully, damnably, detestably, disastrously, dreadfully, execrably, horrendously, horribly, horrifically, rottenly, terribly, bad, badly, deficiently, inadequately, lousily, poorly, unacceptably, unsatisfactorily, wretchedly, intolerably, unbearably, inappropriately, incorrectly, indecently, reprehensibly, unsuitably, vulgarly, naughtily, egregiously, flagrantly, grossly, miserably, shoddily, sleazily, trashily, unspeakably, abominably

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Deplorably

Words with the opposite meaning of Deplorably:

acceptably, adequately, all right, fine, good, nicely, OK, palatably, passably, satisfactorily, so-so, tolerably, well, appropriately, congruously, correctly, decently, decorously, felicitously, fittingly, meetly, rightly, seemly, suitably, exactly, faithfully, ideally, precisely, respectably, gratifyingly

Word Forms of Deplorably

Derived words: deplorableness (noun), deplorably (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Deplorably

First known use: 1612

Frequently Asked Questions about Deplorably

What does "Deplorably" mean?

"Deplorably" means deserving censure or contempt, wretched. As an an adjective and an adverb, it is defined as: deserving censure or contempt, wretched.

What is another word for "Deplorably"?

Other words for "Deplorably" include abysmally, atrociously, awfully, damnably, detestably, disastrously, dreadfully and execrably. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Deplorably" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Deplorably"?

There are 52 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Deplorably". Common alternatives include abysmally, atrociously, awfully, damnably, detestably, disastrously, dreadfully, execrably, horrendously and horribly.

What is the opposite of "Deplorably"?

Antonyms of "Deplorably" include acceptably, adequately, all right, fine, good, nicely, OK and palatably.

Is "Deplorably" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Deplorably" can be used as an adjective and an adverb, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Deplorably"?

"Deplorably" is pronounced /di-ˈplȯr-ə-bəl/ and divided into syllables as de·plor·able.

What is the origin of the word "Deplorably"?

First known use: 1612.

What is another word for "Deplorably" meaning "as in terribly, horribly"?

When "Deplorably" (adverb) means as in terribly, horribly, synonyms include abysmally, atrociously, awfully, damnably, detestably and disastrously. Opposites in this sense include acceptably, adequately, all right and fine.