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DENIGRATED

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Denigrated.

Denigrated - as a verb

Cause to seem less serious; play down

Example: "Don't belittle his influence"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
belittle10derogate10minimize21
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
belittle10disparage13pick at
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Charge falsely or with malicious intent; attack the good name and reputation of someone

Example: "The journalists have defamed me!"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
asperse9besmirch17calumniate14defame12slander8smear7smirch13sully8
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
accuse10charge12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"He denigrated her achievements, saying they were insignificant."
"The politician denigrated his opponent with false accusations."
"She constantly denigrated her coworkers, belittling their efforts."
"The critic denigrated the artist's work, calling it derivative and uninspired."
"He denigrated their culture, making racist remarks."
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Word Game Points

Is DENIGRATED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, denigrated is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DENIGRATED has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is DENIGRATED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, denigrated is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DENIGRATED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is DENIGRATED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, denigrated is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DENIGRATED has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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