Associations to the word «Denigration»

Wiktionary

DENIGRATION, noun. The act of making black; a blackening or defamation
DENIGRATION, noun. An unfair criticism

Dictionary definition

DENIGRATION, noun. A belittling comment.
DENIGRATION, noun. An abusive attack on a person's character or good name.
DENIGRATION, noun. The act of expressing disapproval (especially of yourself).

Wise words

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