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denigration

[ˌdɛnɪˈɡreɪʃən]

denigration Definition

  • 1the act of criticizing or speaking damagingly of someone or something
  • 2the act of belittling or disparaging someone or something

Using denigration: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "denigration" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The denigration of his character was unwarranted.

  • Example

    The article was full of denigration and insults.

  • Example

    Her denigration of the company's products hurt sales.

  • Example

    The politician's denigration of his opponent backfired.

denigration Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for denigration

Antonyms for denigration

Idioms Using denigration

  • a sustained effort to belittle or disparage someone or something

    Example

    The opposition party launched a campaign of denigration against the incumbent candidate.

  • to fall into a state of disrepute or low regard

    Example

    The once-respected journalist sank into denigration after being caught plagiarizing.

  • the act of belittling or disparaging someone's personal qualities or reputation

    Example

    The denigration of character in political campaigns has become increasingly common.

Phrases with denigration

  • self-denigration

    the act of belittling or disparaging oneself

    Example

    His constant self-denigration was a sign of low self-esteem.

  • the act of belittling or disparaging someone based on their race or ethnicity

    Example

    The comedian's jokes were criticized for their racial denigration.

  • the act of belittling or disparaging women, often through sexist language or behavior

    Example

    The use of derogatory terms in the workplace contributes to the denigration of women.

Origins of denigration

from Latin 'denigratio', meaning 'blackening'

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Summary: denigration in Brief

'Denigration' [ˌdɛnɪˈɡreɪʃən] refers to the act of criticizing or speaking damagingly of someone or something, often through belittling or disparaging language. Examples include 'The denigration of his character was unwarranted.' and 'The article was full of denigration and insults.' Phrases like 'self-denigration' and 'racial denigration' extend the concept to specific contexts, while idioms like 'a campaign of denigration' and 'sink into denigration' illustrate its effects.