decry
/dɪˈkɹaɪ/
Group 23Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (verb)
- To publicly denounce GRE
Example in Context
Environmental groups decried the decision to open protected lands to commercial development, calling it a betrayal of public trust.
Synonyms
condemncriticizedenounce
Etymology
To cry out against something, denouncing it.
- de- (Latin) — down from
- cry- (Old French) — to cry out
Memory Aid
📢Sounds like “de-cry”
When you DE-CRY something, you're crying so loudly that even the neighbors have to listen!
Visual Association
🗣️A person standing on a soapbox, passionately shouting against injustice while people gather around.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “decry” mean on the GRE?
decry (verb) means “To publicly denounce”. Environmental groups decried the decision to open protected lands to commercial development, calling it a betrayal of public trust.
How to remember “decry” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “decry” sounds like “de-cry”. When you DE-CRY something, you're crying so loudly that even the neighbors have to listen!
What are synonyms for “decry”?
Common synonyms: condemn, criticize, denounce.