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denigrating

/dɪˈnɪɡreɪtɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does denigrating mean?

verb

To speak or write about someone or something in a way that is unfair and damaging to their reputation. To reduce the value or quality of something.

Example

"The politician's denigrating comments about the opponent's policies were widely criticized."

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