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Synonyms & Similar Words
obsolescence
abandonment
discontinuation
retirement
dismissal
rejection
abandonment
withdrawal
relinquishment
renouncement
disuse
desuetude
obsoleteness
antiquation
disfavor
disapproval
condemnation
denunciation
repudiation
renunciation
refusal
declination
relinquishment
abandonment
cessation
termination
extinction
annulment
cancellation
revocation
Meaning of Deprecation
According to Merriam-Webster, deprecation refers to the act of deprieving or the state of being deprieved, or the act of expressing disapproval or displeasure, or a lowering in value or estimation.
Definitions
- The Oxford English Dictionary defines deprecation as the act of deprieving or the state of being deprieved, or the act of expressing disapproval or displeasure, or a lowering in value or estimation, or a formal announcement that something is no longer supported or recommended.
- The Cambridge Dictionary defines deprecation as the act of saying that something is not good or not acceptable, or a formal announcement that something is no longer supported or recommended.
Example Uses
- The company announced the deprecation of their old software, advising users to upgrade to the new version.
- The government's deprecation of the previous policy led to widespread criticism and protests.
- The deprecation of the old bridge led to its eventual demolition and replacement with a new one.
- The programmer marked the old function as deprecated, indicating that it should no longer be used.
- The deprecation of fossil fuels is a necessary step towards a more sustainable future.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
promotion
recommendation
endorsement
approval
appreciation
recognition
enhancement
augmentation
increase
advancement
progression
continuation
preservation
maintenance
restoration
revival
rejuvenation
renewal
revitalization
reinforcement
strengthening