All derogate synonyms
der·o·gate
D d verb derogate
- slander — defamation; calumny: rumors full of slander.
- denigrate — If you denigrate someone or something, you criticize them unfairly or insult them.
- insult — to treat or speak to insolently or with contemptuous rudeness; affront.
- discredit — to injure the credit or reputation of; defame: an effort to discredit honest politicians.
- detract — If one thing detracts from another, it makes it seem less good or impressive.
- disparage — to speak of or treat slightingly; depreciate; belittle: Do not disparage good manners.
- humiliate — to cause (a person) a painful loss of pride, self-respect, or dignity; mortify.
- take away — something taken back or away, especially an employee benefit that is eliminated or substantially reduced by the terms of a union contract.