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regrettable
[/rɪˈɡretəbl/]
adjective
lamentável
1.
deserving regret; causing sadness, disappointment, or sorrow
It is regrettable that the event had to be cancelled.
É lamentável que o evento tenha sido cancelado.
2.
unfortunate or unwelcome
The regrettable incident occurred during the meeting.
O incidente lamentável ocorreu durante a reunião.
Synonyms
unfortunate
sad
deplorable
shameful
disappointing
woeful
undesirable
Antonyms
fortunate
desirable
welcome
pleasing
commendable
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
lamentável
most commonly used form
São Paulo
lamentável
standard usage
Portugal
lamentável
standard usage; also 'deplorável' for stronger emphasis
Related Idioms & Phrases
a regrettable turn of events
regrettable but necessary
it is to be regretted
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