pejorative
/pɪˈdʒɔrətɪv/
adjective
- Expressing disapproval or criticism; having a negative or insulting meaning.
- She avoided using pejorative language during the debate to keep the discussion respectful.
- The word 'cheap' can be pejorative when used to describe a person's spending habits.
- Calling someone 'lazy' is a pejorative term that can hurt their feelings.
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noun
- A word or phrase that expresses disapproval or insult.
- The politician apologized for using a pejorative against his opponent.
- In some cultures, 'foreigner' is used as a pejorative.
- Teachers should discourage students from using pejoratives in class.