What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
deplorate
Example
The company deplorates the unethical behavior of its employees. [deplorates: verb]
Example
I deplorate the loss of innocent lives in the war. [deplorate: verb]
deplore
Example
We deplore the use of violence to solve conflicts. [deplore: verb]
Example
The community deplores the lack of government support for education. [deplores: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Deplore is more commonly used than deplorate in everyday language and formal writing.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between deplorate and deplore?
Deplore is more commonly used in formal writing and speech, while deplorate is more informal.
