"Deprecate" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
To deprecate means to express disapproval or criticism of something, often in a formal or official way. It can also mean to declare something to be no longer approved or recommended, often because of its harmful or outdated nature. For example, a company might deprecate a certain product or feature, or a government might deprecate a particular law or policy. In programming, to deprecate something usually means to mark it as obsolete or no longer recommended, often in preparation for its eventual removal.
Depradations refer to acts of plundering, pillaging, or ravaging, especially in a war or during a time of conflict. It can also describe the damage or harm caused to something or someone as a result of such actions.
Depravity refers to the state of being corrupted or morally degenerate, often to the extreme. It can also describe a behavior or action that is morally repugnant or disgusting.
Deprecating refers to an attitude or behavior that belittles or disparages something or someone. It can also mean criticizing or expressing contempt for something, often in a condescending or superior manner.