deprecate
/ˈdɛpɹəkeɪt/
Group 28Difficulty 2/3
Definition
- (verb)
- To express disapproval of; to disparage GRE
Example in Context
Critics deprecated the decision to prioritize short-term profits over the long-term sustainability of the enterprise.
Synonyms
disapprovecriticizebelittle
Etymology
To belittle or express disapproval, as if praying for something to go down.
- de- (Latin) — down
- precari (Latin) — to pray
Memory Aid
🙅♂️Sounds like “deprecate”
Imagine someone dramatically saying 'NOPE!' while shaking their head at a bad idea — they DEPRECATE it!
Visual Association
💩A person cringing at a terrible joke, shaking their head in disapproval.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “deprecate” mean on the GRE?
deprecate (verb) means “To express disapproval of; to disparage”. Critics deprecated the decision to prioritize short-term profits over the long-term sustainability of the enterprise.
How to remember “deprecate” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “deprecate” sounds like “deprecate”. Imagine someone dramatically saying 'NOPE!' while shaking their head at a bad idea — they DEPRECATE it!
What are synonyms for “deprecate”?
Common synonyms: disapprove, criticize, belittle.