derogation meaning

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derogation (noun): a communication that belittles somebody or something.

derogation has 2 meanings in this dictionary.

derogation as a noun

  1. a communication that belittles somebody or something

    Synonyms: disparagement, depreciation

    Type of: disrespect

    Kinds: cold water, denigration, aspersion, detraction, sour grapes, condescension, defamation

    Related forms: derogate

  2. (law) the partial taking away of the effectiveness of a law; a partial repeal or abolition of a law
    • any derogation of the common law is to be strictly construed

    Type of: abrogation

Scrabble score: 12 (letter breakdown)

Word lists: words starting with DE · words ending in ON · 10-letter words

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