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derogativeexpressing a low opinion; disparaging; belittling

Part of speech: ADJECTIVE

Definition: expressing a low opinion; disparaging; belittling

Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈrɑːɡətɪv/

Korean meaning: 경멸하는, 비하하는, 깎아내리는

Korean pronunciation: 디**로**거티브

Example Sentences

  • The boss's derogative nickname for the intern was 'Coffee Boy'.
  • She refused to engage with his derogative social media posts.
  • The comedian's derogative jokes about homework made students laugh but teachers frown.

derogative

ADJECTIVE

//dɪˈrɑːɡətɪv//

expressing a low opinion; disparaging; belittling

derogative concept
💡 Concept

a stern-faced manager leans forward with a dismissive sneer, pointing accusingly at a younger employee. The manager's expression shows clear disdain as he gestures condescendingly toward the employee's work materials. The younger worker shrinks back in their chair, looking dejected and embarrassed by the harsh treatment. Papers scattered on the table suggest the criticism is about the employee's project proposal. Other office workers in the background look uncomfortable witnessing the harsh exchange. One colleague covers their mouth in shock at the manager's cruel behavior. someone expressing a low opinion and disparaging another person's efforts

🎤Pronunciation

🇺🇸 US/dɪˈrɑːɡətɪv/
🇬🇧 UK/dɪˈrɒɡətɪv/

🌳Etymology

Prefixde--
Rootrog
Suffix--ative

Origin

From Latin 'derogatus', past participle of 'derogare', originally meaning 'to partially repeal a law'. Over time, it evolved to mean 'to detract from authority or value'.

🎵Rhyme

interrogativeprerogativenegative
interrogative
prerogative
negative

🔗Collocations

derogative remarks
derogative attitude
derogative language
derogative comments
derogative tone

📝Examples

😄 Fun example

The boss's derogative nickname for the intern was 'Coffee Boy'.

She refused to engage with his derogative social media posts.

😄 Fun example

The comedian's derogative jokes about homework made students laugh but teachers frown.

📚Related Words

Synonyms

disparagingbelittlingderogatorydeprecatorydemeaning

Antonyms

complimentaryflatteringpraising

Related

contemptuousscornfuldismissivecritical

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