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Definitions

pejorative

[pi-jawr-uh-tiv, -jor-] / pɪˈdʒɔr ə tɪv, -ˈdʒɒr- /

ADJECTIVE

negative, belittling

Synonyms

WEAK

debasing deprecatory depreciatory derisive derogatory detracting detractive detractory disadvantageous disparaging irreverent rude slighting uncomplimentary unpleasant

Antonyms

WEAK

complimentary positive praising

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