What does "despectivo" mean in English?

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Spanish

despectivo

English

derogatory

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Alternative translations of "despectivo"

disparaging
contemptuous
scornful
insulting

Examples of how to use "despectivo" in Spanish

Spanish
Usó un tono de voz muy despectivo.
English
He used a very contemptuous tone of voice.
Spanish
Su tono fue claramente despectivo.
English
His tone was clearly contemptuous.
Spanish
No aceptes un comentario despectivo.
English
Don't accept a contemptuous comment.
Spanish
Su gesto parecía despectivo y frío.
English
His gesture seemed contemptuous and cold.
Spanish
Ese profesor habló en tono despectivo.
English
That teacher spoke in a contemptuous tone.

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Usó un tono de voz muy despectivo.

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