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Meaning of deprecatory
The primary meaning of "deprecatory" is expressing disapproval or disappointment.
Etymology of deprecatory
The word "deprecatory" comes from the Latin "deprecativus", meaning "praying against" or "deprecating", which is derived from "deprecari", meaning "to pray against" or "to ask to be spared from"
Historically, the word has been used to describe expressions of disapproval, disappointment, or a desire to prevent something from happening
Synonyms
critical
disapproving
condemnatory
disparaging
derogatory
belittling
demeaning
pejorative
depreciative
deprecating
dismissive
scornful
contemptuous
disdainful
disparaging
denunciatory
castigatory
admonitory
reproachful
reprobative
denigrative
decrying
derogative
abhorrent
repudiative
rejective
discrediting
defamatory
calumnious
vituperative
opprobrious
dispraising
Definitions
- Expressing disapproval or disappointment
- * Having or showing a wish that something will not happen
Usage Examples
- The deprecatory tone of the review made it clear that the critic did not enjoy the movie
- * She made a deprecatory comment about her sister's choice of career
- * The politician's deprecatory remarks about his opponent sparked controversy
Antonyms
approving
commendatory
laudatory
praising
complimentary
flattering
admiring
appreciative
supportive
encouraging
positive
upbeat
optimistic
enthusiastic
affirming
confirming
ratifying
validating
sanctioning
endorsing