🙎deprecatory

adjective
/ˈdɛprɪkətɔːri/

Meaning

expressing disapproval or belittling

Example Sentences

He gave a deprecatory remark about their performance.

Synonyms

disapproving, critical, derogatory, dismissive

Antonyms

approving, complimentary, supportive

Collocations

deprecatory remarks, deprecatory tone, deprecatory smile

Related Vocabularies

of crucial importance in relation to the development or success of something else
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Selfless, showing concern for others' welfare without self-interest.

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