self-deprecating
Pronunciation
/ˌsɛɫfˈdɛpɹəˌkeɪtɪŋ/

Definition & Meaning of "self-deprecating"in English

self-deprecating
01

critical of oneself, often expressed humorously or to downplay one's achievements

Grammatical Information
Composition
Compound
qualitative
Superlative
most self-deprecating
Comparative
more self-deprecating
gradable
Examples
His self-deprecating remark about missing the obvious mistake made the room relax.
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