Derogatory: meaning, definitions and examples
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derogatory
[ dɪˈrɒɡ.ə.tər.i ]
language
Showing a critical or disrespectful attitude. Tending to lower someone's reputation or dignity.
Synonyms
disparaging, disrespectful, insulting.
Examples of usage
- The author made several derogatory comments about the politician.
- She couldn't stand his derogatory remarks about her appearance.
behavior
Intended to belittle or degrade someone or something.
Synonyms
belittling, degrading, disparaging.
Examples of usage
- His derogatory behavior towards his coworkers led to his dismissal.
- The comedian's humor was often derogatory and offensive.
Translations
Translations of the word "derogatory" in other languages:
🇵🇹 pejorativo
🇮🇳 अपमानजनक
🇩🇪 abfällig
🇮🇩 merendahkan
🇺🇦 зневажливий
🇵🇱 obraźliwy
🇯🇵 軽蔑的な
🇫🇷 désobligeant
🇪🇸 despectivo
🇹🇷 aşağılayıcı
🇰🇷 경멸적인
🇸🇦 تحقيري
🇨🇿 pohrdavý
🇸🇰 pohŕdavý
🇨🇳 贬义的
🇸🇮 zaničevalen
🇮🇸 niðurandi
🇰🇿 менсінбеушілік
🇬🇪 შემამცირებელი
🇦🇿 təhqiramiz
🇲🇽 despectivo
Etymology
The word 'derogatory' originated in the late 16th century from the Latin word 'derogatorius', meaning 'detracting' or 'belittling'. It has been used in English to describe language or behavior that diminishes the worth or status of someone or something.