disparaging comment

[dɪˈspærɪdʒɪŋ ˈkɒment]
noun phrasepl: disparaging comments
comentário depreciativo
1. a remark or statement that expresses a low or critical opinion, intended to reduce someone's reputation or worth
His disparaging comments about her work were unprofessional and hurtful.
Seus comentários depreciativos sobre o trabalho dela foram pouco profissionais e ofensivos.
2. a critical or disrespectful statement that diminishes or belittles someone or something
The politician made disparaging comments about his opponent's experience.
O político fez comentários depreciativos sobre a experiência de seu oponente.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, disparaging comments are generally viewed as disrespectful and potentially damaging to professional relationships and personal interactions. In Brazilian culture, such comments can be seen as particularly offensive given the emphasis on 'jogo de cintura' (smoothness and diplomacy in social interactions). In professional and academic settings in both countries, making disparaging comments can have serious consequences, including disciplinary action or reputation damage.
NYC Slang
shade, diss, burn (informal casual speech)
Synonyms / Sinônimos
derogatory commentinsulting remarkcritical commentbelittling statementdemeaning remarkcontemptuous comment
Antonyms / Antônimos
complimentary commentpraiseflattering remarklaudatory commentfavorable comment

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
comentário depreciativo
most common and formal usage
General Brazilian
comentário desabonador
legal or formal context
General Brazilian
observação pejorativa
alternative formal term
Portugal
comentário depreciativo
standard European Portuguese usage

Related Words

disparagedisparagementdeprecatorycontemptcriticisminsult

Related Idioms & Phrases

to cast aspersions on someone
to speak ill of someone
to talk someone down
to take someone down a peg or two
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