Pejorative
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British pronunciation/pəd‍ʒˈɒɹətˌɪv/
American pronunciation/pəˈdʒɔɹətɪv/

"pejorative"的定义和意义

pejorative
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贬义的, 轻蔑的

having tones of humiliation, insult, disrespect, or disapproval
Pejorative
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贬义词, 贬损词

language, words, or expressions that convey a negative or derogatory connotation and are intended to belittle, criticize, or insult someone or something

What is "pejorative"?

Pejorative refers to a word or expression that carries a negative or disrespectful connotation, often used to belittle or criticize someone or something. Pejorative terms can express disapproval or convey a sense of contempt, impacting how people perceive the subject being described. For example, calling someone "lazy" can be considered pejorative because it suggests a negative judgment about their character. Understanding pejorative language is important in communication, as it can affect relationships and influence the tone of conversations, often leading to misunderstandings or conflicts.

pejorative

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pejoratively

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pejoratively

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