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detraction vs derogation

derogation vs detraction

detraction and derogation both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
detraction Yes No No No
derogation Yes No No No
As nouns, derogation is a hypernym of detraction; that is, derogation is a word with a broader meaning than detraction:
  • detraction: a petty disparagement
  • derogation: a communication that belittles somebody or something
Other hypernyms of detraction include depreciation, disparagement.
detraction (noun) derogation (noun)
the act of discrediting or detracting from someone's reputation (especially by slander) (law) the partial taking away of the effectiveness of a law; a partial repeal or abolition of a law
a petty disparagement a communication that belittles somebody or something
Difference between detraction and derogation

Words related to "derogation"


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