pejorative — expressing contempt or disapproval; having a negative connotation
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: expressing contempt or disapproval; having a negative connotation
Pronunciation (IPA): /pɪˈdʒɔːrətɪv/
Korean meaning: 경멸적인, 모독적인, 비하하는
Korean pronunciation: 피**조**러티브
Example Sentences
- The boss's pejorative comments about millennials made the entire office uncomfortable.
- She turned the pejorative 'nerd' into a badge of honor in the tech world.
- The politician avoided using pejorative language during the heated debate.
pejorative
ADJECTIVE//pɪˈdʒɔːrətɪv//
expressing contempt or disapproval; having a negative connotation
The manager uses pejorative language while scolding the young employee
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Her comparative analysis turns declarative and pejorative
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Origin
From Latin 'pejorativus', derived from 'pejor' meaning 'worse' or 'inferior'. The Latin root 'pejor' comes from the comparative form suggesting deterioration or decline in value or status.
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“The boss's pejorative comments about millennials made the entire office uncomfortable.”
“She turned the pejorative 'nerd' into a badge of honor in the tech world.”
“The politician avoided using pejorative language during the heated debate.”
“My grandmother's 'helpful suggestions' were actually pejoratives in disguise.”
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