pejorative Definition and Meaning in English (pejorative definition)

adjective
Quick Answer • Definition

Pejorative definition: Expressing contempt or disapproval; disparaging.

Definitions of Pejorative

  1. 1adjective

    Expressing contempt or disapproval; disparaging.

  2. 2noun

    A word or phrase that expresses contempt or disapproval.

Example Sentences

“The politician used pejorative terms to describe his opponents.”

“She found his comments to be highly pejorative and offensive.”

Inflected Word Forms

nounpejoration
adverbpejoratively

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What is the meaning of Pejorative in English?▼
Pejorative definition: Expressing contempt or disapproval; disparaging.
How do you translate 'Pejorative' to English?▼
'Pejorative' translates to 'pejorative' in English. Pejorative definition: Expressing contempt or disapproval; disparaging.
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