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Synonyms of regrettable

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Another word for regrettable is tragic. Other synonyms of regrettable are sad, depressing, upsetting, deplorable and distressing.

Synonyms and similar words for regrettable

adjectiveAble to be regretted, especially deserving of regret.

Meaning of regrettable

  1. adjective Able to be regretted, especially deserving of regret.

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Questions about synonyms of regrettable

What is another word for regrettable?
Regrettable has 22 synonyms on Word.ws, such as tragic, sad, depressing, upsetting, deplorable, distressing, grievous and lamentable.
What does regrettable mean?
Regrettable means able to be regretted, especially deserving of regret.

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