derogatory

BrE /ˈdɛrəɡətəri/ AmE /dɪˈrɑːɡəˌteɪri/

adjective en → es

1 INSULTING [attributive / predicative] B2

used to describe words or behavior that show a lack of respect for someone and are intended to insult them

insultante, despectivo, denigrante

  • a derogatory comment/remark/name

Collocations derogatory term · derogatory nickname

  • He made a derogatory remark about her appearance.

    Hizo un comentario insultante sobre su apariencia.

2 DISPARAGING [attributive / predicative] C1

showing or expressing disrespect for someone, especially by using words that are intended to be insulting

despectivo, despreciativo, menosprecio

  • a derogatory attitude/tone

Collocations derogatory tone · derogatory attitude

  • The article was written in a derogatory tone.

    El artículo se escribió con un tono despectivo.