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derogation vs denigration

denigration vs derogation

derogation and denigration both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
derogation Yes No No No
denigration Yes No No No
As nouns, denigration is a hyponym of derogation; that is, denigration is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than derogation:
  • derogation: a communication that belittles somebody or something
  • denigration: a belittling comment
Other hyponyms of derogation include cold water, belittling, aspersion, slur, detraction, petty criticism, sour grapes, condescension, disdain, patronage, calumniation, calumny, defamation, hatchet job, obloquy, traducement.
derogation (noun) denigration (noun)
(law) the partial taking away of the effectiveness of a law; a partial repeal or abolition of a law the act of expressing disapproval (especially of yourself)
a communication that belittles somebody or something an abusive attack on a person's character or good name
a belittling comment
Difference between derogation and denigration

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