| Word | Definitions | Synonyms |
|---|---|---|
| derogate | (verb) cause to seem less serious; play down | Synonyms: belittle, denigrate, minimize |
| derogation | (noun) (law) the partial taking away of the effectiveness of a law; a partial repeal or abolition of a law | - |
| (noun) a communication that belittles somebody or something | Synonyms: depreciation, disparagement | |
| derogative | (adjective) expressive of low opinion | Synonyms: derogatory, disparaging |
| derogatory | (adjective) expressive of low opinion | Synonyms: derogative, disparaging |