Denigrate
/ˈdɛnɪɡreɪt/
Definitions
- (v.) To unfairly criticize or belittle someone's character or reputation.
The politician sought to denigrate his opponent during the debate.
Forms
- denigrates
- denigrated
- denigrating
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Commentary
Often used in legal contexts involving defamation, though it implies moral condemnation rather than legal liability.
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