How to pronounce derogatory
American English pronunciation
dih-ROG-uh-tor-ee
- IPA
- /dɪˈɹɑɡəˌtɔɹi/
- Syllables
- dih · ROG · uh · tor · ee (5 syllables, stress on the 2nd)
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What derogatory means
Insulting and showing a low opinion of someone
In a sentence: Our teacher said derogatory nicknames are never allowed in class.
Where it comes from: It comes from a Latin word meaning to take away from something's worth.
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