Definition & Meaning of "detraction"in English

Detraction

the act of diminishing the value or reputation of someone or something by criticism or disparagement

Grammatical Information

Animacy status

Abstract

Composition

Compound

Uncountable

singular

not gender specific

Plural form

detractions

Examples

The constant detraction from her achievements made it hard for her to feel confident.

the act of taking away a part from a whole

Old Use

Examples

The mathematical detraction of these values led to the correct total.

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