derogatory
BrE /ˈdɛrəɡətəri/ AmE /dɪˈrɑːɡəˌteɪri/
adjective en → es
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
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He made a derogatory remark about her appearance.
Hizo un comentario insultante sobre su apariencia.
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
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The article was written in a derogatory tone.
El artículo se escribió con un tono despectivo.