derogative

• Beschreibt ein Wort, eine Bemerkung oder eine Haltung, die eine kritische oder respektlose Absicht ausdrückt; sie zeigt eine geringe Meinung von jemandem oder etwas.

Describes a word, remark, or attitude that shows a critical or disrespectful intent; expressing a low opinion of someone or something.

1. Expressing a low opinionB2formal

   Showing a critical or disrespectful attitude; intended to belittle or insult.

   Herabsetzend

   • His derogative comments about her work were uncalled for.
   • The politician used derogative language to describe his opponent.
   • She found his tone highly derogative and offensive.

   Synonymedemeaningdenigratorydeprecatoryderogatorydisparaginginsultingpejorativeslightinguncomplimentary

   Antonymecomplimentaryflatteringhonorificlaudatorypraiseworthyrespectful