Denigrating Meaning in English
word · lemma: denigrate
Definition
Criticizing someone or something in a very negative, unfair, or insulting way, often to lower their reputation.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly formal or academic, often used in contexts of public criticism or prejudice. Common with 'comments', 'remarks', or 'language' (e.g., 'denigrating remarks'). Strongly negative; not a synonym for mild criticism.
Spanish: denigrante - menospreciarPortuguese (BR): denegrir - difamarPortuguese (PT): denegrir - difamarChinese (Simplified): 诋毁 - 侮辱Chinese (Traditional): 詆毀 - 侮辱Hindi: बदनाम करना - नीचा दिखानाArabic: التشهير - الانتقاصBengali: অবজ্ঞাসূচক - অপমানজনকRussian: очерняющий - уничижительныйJapanese: 中傷する - けなすVietnamese: bôi nhọ - hạ thấpKorean: 비하하는 - 헐뜯는Turkish: aşağılayıcı - küçümseyiciUrdu: تحقیر آمیز - بدنام کرنے والاIndonesian: meremehkan - menjelekkan
Example Sentences
He made denigrating comments about her work.
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Denigrating others is not a good way to solve problems.
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Her denigrating attitude affected team morale.
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People get tired of all the denigrating language on social media.
natural
Instead of denigrating your coworker, try to give constructive feedback.
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Politicians often use denigrating remarks during debates to attack their rivals.
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