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derogatory statements

[dɪˈrɒɡətɔːri ˈsteɪtmənts]
nounpl: derogatory statements
declarações derogatórias / afirmações depreciativas
1. statements or remarks that are insulting, disrespectful, or disparaging; words intended to diminish the worth, dignity, or reputation of a person or group
The politician made derogatory statements about his opponent's family background.
O político fez declarações derogatórias sobre a origem familiar de seu oponente.
2. offensive or contemptuous comments that express a negative or belittling opinion
Derogatory statements based on race or gender are unacceptable in the workplace.
Afirmações depreciativas baseadas em raça ou gênero são inaceitáveis no local de trabalho.
NYC Slang
disrespectful remarks / shots / shade
Synonyms
insulting remarksdisparaging commentsoffensive statementsdisrespectful remarksbelittling commentsdemeaning statements
Antonyms
complimentary remarksrespectful statementsflattering commentspraising remarks

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
declarações derogatórias / comentários depreciativos
Most commonly used in formal and legal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
afirmações ofensivas / falas desrespeitosas
Slightly more colloquial usage
São Paulo
declarações depreciativas / comentários derrogatórios
Formal business and academic contexts
Portugal
declarações depreciativas / afirmações desairosas
More formal and literary usage; 'desairosas' emphasizes disgracefulness

Related Idioms & Phrases

cast aspersions on someone
speak ill of someone
put someone down
take a dig at someone
sling mud at someone
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