condescension vs derogation

derogation vs condescension

condescension and derogation both are nouns.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
condescension	Yes	No	No	No
derogation	Yes	No	No	No

As nouns, derogation is a hypernym of condescension; that is, derogation is a word with a broader meaning than condescension:

condescension: a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient
derogation: a communication that belittles somebody or something

Other hypernyms of condescension include depreciation, disparagement.

condescension (noun)	derogation (noun)
the trait of displaying arrogance by patronizing those considered inferior	(law) the partial taking away of the effectiveness of a law; a partial repeal or abolition of a law
affability to your inferiors and temporary disregard for differences of position or rank	a communication that belittles somebody or something
a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient

Difference between condescension and derogation

Words related to "derogation"

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