<p><strong>Verb</strong></p><ul><li>(used with object), deprecated, deprecating: to express earnest disapproval of: The physician’s committee moved to deprecate the standard American diet.</li><li>Synonyms: minimize, decry, disparage, denounce, condemn.</li><li>to urge reasons against; protest against (a scheme, purpose, etc.).</li><li>to depreciate; belittle: How can companies redress the experiences of marginalized team members whose voices are being deprecated in the workplace?</li><li>Computers: to cease supporting or recommending the use of (older elements, features, or versions of software): The publisher deprecates products after five years or if more than two more recent versions are available.</li><li>Archaic: to pray for deliverance from.</li></ul>