Derogation (Noun)
Meaning 1
A communication that belittles somebody or something.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
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Hypernyms
Hyponyms
- Detraction
- Condescension
- Denigration
- Belittling
- Calumny
- Traducement
- Defamation
- Slur
- Hatchet Job
- Petty Criticism
- Sour Grapes
- Aspersion
- Obloquy
- Disdain
- Cold Water
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Meaning 2
(law) the partial taking away of the effectiveness of a law; a partial repeal or abolition of a law; "any derogation of the common law is to be strictly construed".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.