deprecare

Definitions of deprecare
  1. verb
    express strong disapproval of
    synonyms: compiangere, deplorare, disapprovare
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    type of:
    criticare, sindacare
    find fault with; express criticism of; point out real or perceived flaws
  2. verb
    belittle
    synonyms: disapprovare
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    type of:
    biasimare, criticare, disapprovare, sindacare
    express a negative opinion of
  3. verb
    express strong disapproval of; deplore
    synonyms: disapprovare
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    type of:
    bocciare, respingere, rifiutare, ripudiare
    deem wrong or inappropriate
  4. verb
    regret strongly
    synonyms: compiangere, deplorare, disapprovare, pentirsi, rimpiangere
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    type of:
    lagnarsi, lamentarsi
    express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness
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