What is the Spanish word for "derogatory"?

Learn how to say "derogatory" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

derogatory

Spanish

despectivo

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Alternative translations of "derogatory"

denigrante
injurioso
ofensivo
descalificativo

Examples of how to use "derogatory" in Spanish

English
His derogatory comment was very offensive.
Spanish
Su comentario despectivo fue muy ofensivo.
English
He made a derogatory remark about her idea.
Spanish
Hizo un comentario despectivo sobre su idea.
English
The article included a derogatory comment about politicians.
Spanish
El artículo incluía un comentario despectivo sobre los políticos.
English
Students should avoid derogatory language at school.
Spanish
Los estudiantes deben evitar el lenguaje despectivo en la escuela.
English
She felt hurt by the derogatory tone in email.
Spanish
Ella se sintió herida por el tono despectivo en el correo electrónico.

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