Definition of Derogatory

conveying a poor opinion of something or someone

Examples of Derogatory in a sentence

To a mentally disabled person, the term “retarded” is viewed as a derogatory word.  🔊

The public criticized the basketball team owner after he made derogatory remarks about minorities.  🔊

The restaurant’s derogatory name caused people to avoid eating there.  🔊

Because the woman made derogatory remarks about the president’s children, she lost her job as a senator’s aide.  🔊

The racists often refer to minority groups in derogatory terms.  🔊

When talking about his rival, the politician made a derogatory statement that became a trending topic on Twitter.  🔊

My husband’s derogatory comments really hurt me.  🔊

Because the man’s derogatory statements offended the waitress, she refused to serve him.  🔊

Since James has a derogatory credit report, he is finding it hard to get a car loan.  🔊

Once you finish insulting me with derogatory words, we can have a peaceful conversation.  🔊

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