decry
Definitions
To publicly denounce or express strong disapproval of something.
To disparage or belittle the value or quality of something.
Examples
The editorial board was quick to decry the government's decision to cut funding for public education.
Many environmentalists decry the use of single-use plastics due to their devastating impact on marine life.
Synonyms
condemn denounce criticize censure disparage deprecate belittle