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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

derogatory

/dɪˈrɒɡətəri/ adjective · British & US
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What does derogatory mean?

adjective

Expressing contempt or disapproval; intended to belittle or demean. Used to describe language or behavior that is insulting or degrading.

Example

"The comedian's derogatory comments about the politician sparked outrage on social media."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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