Deprecating (Adjective)
Meaning
Tending to diminish or disparage; "belittling comments"; "managed a deprecating smile at the compliment"; "deprecatory remarks about the book"; "a slighting remark".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The comedian's deprecating humor made fun of himself as much as the audience.
- Her deprecating comments about her own cooking made everyone feel more at ease.
- After receiving the award, she managed a deprecating smile at the compliment, downplaying her achievement.
- The critic's deprecating remarks about the book were met with outrage from the author's fans.
- The politician's deprecating tone during the debate made his opponent's arguments seem more credible.