pejorative

• Diz-se de palavra ou expressão que expressa desaprovação, desprezo ou depreciação.

Describes a word or expression that expresses disapproval or contempt.

1. Disapproving or negativeC1formal

   Expressing disapproval or showing a lack of respect; derogatory.

   Pejorativo

   • The term 'nerd' can be used as a pejorative label.
   • He made a pejorative remark about her accent.
   • The word 'cheap' often carries a pejorative connotation.

   Sinônimoscontemptuousdenigratorydeprecatoryderogatorydisparaginginsultingnegativeslightinguncomplimentary

   Antônimoscomplimentaryfavorablelaudatorypositive