Derogatory
Adjectiveअपमानजनक
Definition
Showing a critical or disrespectful attitude.
Contextual Sentence: "His derogatory remarks about her work were completely unwarranted."
💡 Memory Hook (Mnemonic): Break as 'de' (down) + 'rogatory' (asking) → asking to bring someone down.
Synonyms
insulting
disparaging
contemptuous
Antonyms
complimentary
praising
respectful