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dep·re·ca·to·ry
deprecatory
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- pronunciation:
- de
prih
k
to
ri
part of speech: |
adjective |
definition: |
expressing disapproval; deprecating.
It's hard to have high self esteem when your parents continually treat you in a deprecatory manner.- similar words:
- derogatory
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related words: |
invective, personal |
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