Tools: Learn New Words | Secure Password Generator | Startup Tools | PDF Generator

Deprecation (Noun)

The act of expressing disapproval (especially of yourself).

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

The comedian's self-deprecation made his jokes seem even more humorous.
The politician's public deprecation of her own mistakes was seen as a refreshing change.
Her deprecation of her own cooking skills was unwarranted, as the meal was delicious.
The artist's deprecation of his own work was a clever marketing ploy to seem humble.
The CEO's deprecation of his company's past failures was a necessary step towards rebuilding trust.

A prayer to avert or remove some evil or disaster.

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.