Denigrates
/ˈdɛnɪˌɡreɪts/
Definitions
- (v.) Third-person singular form of denigrate, meaning to unfairly criticize or defame someone's character or reputation.
The politician denigrates his opponents in every debate.
Forms
- denigrate
- denigrated
- denigrating
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Commentary
Commonly used in contexts involving reputational harm, especially relevant to defamation law.
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