Pejoratively
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Pejoratively is an adverb meaning In a pejorative manner. Insultingly, disparagingly; so as to belittle another or harm their reputation.
Meaning
In a pejorative manner. Insultingly, disparagingly; so as to belittle another or harm their reputation.
Example Sentences
Despite their number and their assimilationist proclivities, Filipino Punjabis are sometimes pejoratively called 'five-six Indians'.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include depreciatingly, demeaningly, derogatorily, insultingly, defamingly, deprecatingly.
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