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deplorable adjective [ dɪˈplɔːrəb(ə)l ]

• deserving strong condemnation; completely unacceptable.
• "children living in deplorable conditions"
Similar: disgraceful, shameful, dishonourable, disreputable, discreditable, unworthy, shabby, inexcusable, unpardonable, unforgivable, reprehensible, despicable, abominable, base, sordid, vile, hateful, contemptible, loathsome, offensive, execrable, heinous, odious, revolting, unspeakable, beyond contempt, beyond the pale, egregious, flagitious,
Opposite: admirable,
Origin: early 17th century: from French déplorable or late Latin deplorabilis, from the verb deplorare (see deplore).


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