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Definition of Denigrative
1. Adjective. (used of statements) harmful and often untrue; tending to discredit or malign.
Exact synonyms: Calumniatory, Calumnious, Defamatory, Denigrating, Denigratory, Libellous, Libelous, Slanderous
Similar to: Harmful
Derivative terms: Calumny, Calumny, Defame, Denigrate, Denigrate, Libel, Libel, Slander, Slander
Similar to: Harmful
Derivative terms: Calumny, Calumny, Defame, Denigrate, Denigrate, Libel, Libel, Slander, Slander
Definition of Denigrative
1. [adj]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Denigrative
Literary usage of Denigrative
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Within the Realm of Possibilty: From Disadvantage to Development at the by Mokubung O Nkomo, Derrick Swartz, Botshabelo Maja (2007)
"... in their relationship with local communities, it is important to find a
different point of emphasis which can offset this denigrative attitude. ..."