derogate

Meanings

• verb

  To detract from the reputation or esteem of someone or something; speak or write critically.

  - "The politician's opponents tried to derogate him by spreading rumors about his past."
  - "The negative reviews derogated the movie's chances of success."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈdɛɹəɡeɪt/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

exalt , praise

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Synonyms

abase , vilify , decry

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with derogate
negate , create , fate

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Variants

List of all variants of derogate that leads to same result
derogate , derogated , derogates , derogating , derogation , derogations , derogative , derogate from , derogated from , derogates from , derogating from

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Etymology

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Derogate comes from the Latin word 'derogare,' meaning 'to detract' or 'to take away.'

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Trivia

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1. The word 'derogate' is often used in legal contexts, particularly in appeals and judicial reviews.

2. Derogate can also be used as a noun to refer to a formal withdrawal or exemption from a treaty or agreement.

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Related Concepts

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1. detract: To take away or subtract, especially in value or reputation.

2. criticize: To express disapproval or judgement of someone or something.

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How to Memorize "derogate"

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'derogate' as meaning 'to detract' or 'to take away' from someone's reputation.

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