deplorably

/dɪˈplɔrəbli/

Definitions

1. adverb

in a way that is considered disapprovingly shocking or unfortunate.

“She was deplorably late for her own wedding.”

2. adverb

in a manner that is considered disapprovingly bad or of poor quality.

“The state of the roads was deplorably bad after the storm.”

Synonyms

  • disturbingly
  • shockingly
  • unbelievably

Antonyms

  • commendably
  • praiseworthy