Meaning Of The Word Derogatory

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What's The Definition Of Derogatory?

derogatory
If you make a derogatory remark or comment about someone or something, you express your low opinion of them.

derogatory in American English
tending to lessen or impair; detracting
adjective: tending to lessen the merit or reputation of a person or thing; disparaging; depreciatory

derogatory in British English
adjective: tending or intended to detract, disparage, or belittle; intentionally offensive

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