decried Definition
to speak disparagingly of; denounce as faulty or worthless; express censure of.
Using decried: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "decried" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The opposition decried the new policy as a threat to democracy.
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The critics decried the film as a cheap imitation of a classic.
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Many people decried the decision to close the local library.
decried Synonyms and Antonyms
Summary: decried in Brief
The verb 'decried' [dih-krahyd] means to criticize or condemn something as being faulty, worthless, or unacceptable. It is often used in formal contexts and can be synonymous with words like 'condemn' and 'disparage.' Examples of its use include 'The opposition decried the new policy as a threat to democracy' and 'Many people decried the decision to close the local library.'
