Used in a Sentence

denigratory

How to use denigratory in a sentence. Example sentences and definitions for denigratory.

Editorial note

"fuckboys" was/is a very denigratory term for a gay male last time I checked

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Quick take

(used of statements) harmful and often untrue; tending to discredit or malign

Meaning at a glance

The clearest senses and uses of denigratory gathered in one view.

adjective

(used of statements) harmful and often untrue; tending to discredit or malign

Definitions

Core meanings and parts of speech for denigratory.

Example sentences

1

"fuckboys" was/is a very denigratory term for a gay male last time I checked

2

That's more denigratory to voluntary at-home pieceworkers than anything I've said.

3

I'm not being reductionist and suggesting that all of this is because we say "don't be a pussy", what I'm implying is that both are current examples of how western culture is violent and denigratory towards women. I value your insight into overcoming detrimental gender biases as an example, and I'm not being overly polite, I really mean it.

4

Whether it's denigratory to women, men, blacks, Asians, the mentally challenged, furries, or yes even redditors, it will get said. There's no point getting your feathers all ruffled over something like this - I assume it's not a common sentiment among the people who don't get fired from Facebook, and there's plenty of self-aggrandizing idiots out there to give the outragist fodder to the end of days.

5

Neither of these is enough to get someone classified as "human garbage" in such denigratory terms in my view, and certainly not enough to put them on par with the genuinely vicious acts of coercive predatory behavior you're comparing cheating to. Your view is absurdly emotional and outside reasoned analysis of moral comparisons dude.

Frequently asked questions

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How do you use denigratory in a sentence?

"fuckboys" was/is a very denigratory term for a gay male last time I checked

What does denigratory mean?

(used of statements) harmful and often untrue; tending to discredit or malign

What part of speech is denigratory?

denigratory is commonly used as adjective.