Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
---|---|---|---|---|
strawman | Yes | No | No | No |
derogation | Yes | No | No | No |
strawman (noun) | derogation (noun) |
---|---|
an effigy in the shape of a man to frighten birds away from seeds | (law) the partial taking away of the effectiveness of a law; a partial repeal or abolition of a law |
a weak or sham argument set up to be easily refuted | a communication that belittles somebody or something |
a person used as a cover for some questionable activity |