derogatory

Definitions

Showing a critical or disrespectful attitude.

Tending to lessen the merit or reputation of a person or thing; disparaging.

Examples

The manager was fired after making derogatory comments about his colleagues during the meeting.

She refused to tolerate the derogatory language used by the hecklers in the crowd.

Synonyms

disparaging belittling demeaning insulting pejorative critical scornful

Antonyms

complimentary praising laudatory flattering admiring approving respectful