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Derogating: meaning, definitions and examples

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derogating

 

[ ˈdɛrəɡeɪtɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

negative remark

Derogating refers to the act of belittling or criticizing someone or something. It implies a negative judgment, suggesting that someone or something is less worthy or important. This term is often used in contexts where there is an intention to undermine or diminish the value of the subject.

Synonyms

belittling, demeaning, deprecating, disparaging

Examples of usage

  • The article was criticized for derogating the achievements of the team.
  • His comments were seen as derogating her efforts in the project.
  • She felt that the joke was derogating towards her culture.

Translations

Translations of the word "derogating" in other languages:

🇵🇹 derrogatório

🇮🇳 अपमानजनक

🇩🇪 herabsetzend

🇮🇩 merendahkan

🇺🇦 зневажливий

🇵🇱 poniżający

🇯🇵 軽蔑的な

🇫🇷 dérogeant

🇪🇸 despectivo

🇹🇷 aşağılayıcı

🇰🇷 경멸적인

🇸🇦 مُهين

🇨🇿 zavrhující

🇸🇰 ponižujúci

🇨🇳 贬低的

🇸🇮 zaniževalen

🇮🇸 niðrandi

🇰🇿 жәбірлейтін

🇬🇪 მოკლებური

🇦🇿 təhqir edən

🇲🇽 despectivo

Etymology

The term 'derogate' originates from the Latin 'derogare', which means 'to take away' or 'to lessen'. In legal contexts, it referred to the abrogation of a law or rule. The prefix 'de-' signifies 'down from', while 'rogare' means 'to ask' or 'to propose'. Hence, 'derogate' evolved to refer to the action of detracting or diminishing respect and esteem from something or someone. Over time, its meaning has expanded into more general use, encompassing any action that disparages or shows negativity towards a subject. The transition from legal jargon to everyday language reflects its broader application in social contexts where one's reputation or value might be questioned.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,156 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.