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decry

verb

/dɪˈkraɪ/

Meaning

to publicly criticize or express strong disapproval of something

Many activists decry the destruction of the rainforest.

condemn, criticize, denounce, censure, oppose

praise, commend, support

decry corruption, decry violence, decry discrimination, decry actions

to give someone a task, duty, or responsibility

to secure something with a key or mechanism; to become fixed in position

To delay or block progress by refusing to cooperate or answer

To draw or scribble absentmindedly, often while thinking about something else.

To gain favor or approval by deliberate effort, often in a flattering way.

to form or cause small waves on the surface of water or spread through like waves