denigration (Meaning)
denigration (n)
a belittling comment
an abusive attack on a person's character or good name
the act of expressing disapproval (especially of yourself)
denigration (n.)
The act of making black.
Fig.: A blackening; defamation.
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denigration Sentence Examples
- The constant denigration of video games as mindless entertainment ignores their potential for storytelling and creativity.
- The political candidate faced accusations of denigration for his negative campaigning tactics.
- The museum exhibit explored the history of various cultures through the lens of denigration and oppression.
- Historians debate the extent of denigration present in certain historical documents.
- The online community thrives on positive interaction, with denigration strictly prohibited.
- The therapist helped the client overcome their feelings of self-doubt and self-denigration.
- Fear of denigration can prevent people from sharing their ideas and innovations.
- The critic's review, while offering constructive criticism, avoided resorting to denigration.
- The company addressed the PR nightmare caused by an employee's denigration of customer service.
- The documentary filmmaker aimed to raise awareness about the dangers of online denigration and cyberbullying.
FAQs About the word denigration
a belittling comment, an abusive attack on a person's character or good name, the act of expressing disapproval (especially of yourself)The act of making black.
criticism, diminishment, detraction, belittlement, ridicule, disparagement,defamation, condemnation, depreciation, abuse
glorification, magnification, aggrandizement, exaltation, approval, exaltation, aggrandizement, praise, magnification, glorification
The constant denigration of video games as mindless entertainment ignores their potential for storytelling and creativity.
The political candidate faced accusations of denigration for his negative campaigning tactics.
The museum exhibit explored the history of various cultures through the lens of denigration and oppression.
Historians debate the extent of denigration present in certain historical documents.
