decry

[dɪˈkraɪ]

decry Definition

• 1. publicly denounce or criticize
• 2. express strong disapproval of

Using decry: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "decry" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The government decried the violence and called for calm.

• Example

  Many people decry the use of animals in scientific experiments.

• Example

  He was widely decried for his controversial remarks.

decry Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for decry

• condemn
• denounce
• censure

Antonyms for decry

• praise
• commend

Phrases with decry

• decry someone/something as

  publicly declare that someone or something is worthless or wrong

  Example

  He was decried as a traitor by the press.

• decry the state of something

  express strong disapproval of the current condition of something

  Example

  Many people decry the state of politics in this country.

• decry the lack of something

  express strong disapproval of the absence of something

  Example

  Critics decry the lack of diversity in Hollywood films.

Origins of decry

from Old French 'descraiier', meaning 'cry down'

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Summary: decry in Brief

To 'decry' [dɪˈkraɪ] means to publicly denounce or criticize something, expressing strong disapproval. It can be used to describe condemnation of a person, action, or situation, as in 'The government decried the violence and called for calm.' 'Decry' can also be used in phrases like 'decry someone/something as,' 'decry the state of something,' and 'decry the lack of something.'