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derogatory
[/dɪˈrɒɡətɔːri/]
adjective
depreciativo
1.
Expressing disapproval or showing a lack of respect; insulting or disrespectful
He made derogatory comments about her appearance.
Ele fez comentários depreciativos sobre a aparência dela.
2.
Tending to lessen the value or respect accorded to someone or something
The scandal was derogatory to his reputation.
O escândalo foi prejudicial à sua reputação.
Synonyms
insulting
disrespectful
offensive
disparaging
demeaning
pejorative
contemptuous
Antonyms
complimentary
flattering
respectful
laudatory
praising
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
depreciativo
most common usage
Brazil
ofensivo
alternative when emphasizing insult
Portugal
depreciativo
standard Portuguese usage
Portugal
injurioso
alternative emphasizing injury to reputation
Related Idioms & Phrases
derogatory remark
derogatory term
make derogatory comments about someone
derogatory language
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