Pejorative
Pronunciation: /pəˈdʒɔːrətɪv/
Pejorative (adjective)
- Describing a word or phrase that shows disapproval or has a negative meaning.
Examples
- The word was used as a pejorative in the discussion.
- Some words can be pejorative and hurtful to others.
Common collocations: pejorative term, use pejorative language, considered pejorative