pejoratively
/pɪˈdʒɔrətɪvli/
adverb
- In a way that expresses disapproval or insult; used as a negative or critical term.
- He spoke pejoratively about his coworker's ideas, calling them 'silly'.
- She felt hurt when her teacher referred to her artwork pejoratively.
- The word 'nerd' is sometimes used pejoratively to describe someone who studies too much.
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