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DEPRECIATIVE

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Depreciative.

Depreciative - as an adjective satellite

Tending to decrease or cause a decrease in value

Example: "A depreciating currency"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
depreciating18depreciatory20

Tending to diminish or disparage

Example: "Belittling comments"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
belittling13deprecating17deprecative19deprecatory19depreciatory20slighting14

Depreciative - as an adjective

Tending to depreciate (in value etc.)

Example Sentences

"His comments about her appearance were depreciative and hurtful."
"The critic's review was depreciative of the artist's work."
"She couldn't stand his constant depreciative remarks."
"The supervisor had a depreciative attitude towards his subordinates."
"The teacher used a depreciative tone when speaking to the students."
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Word Game Points

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

DEPRECIATIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.

Is DEPRECIATIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, depreciative is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DEPRECIATIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.

Is DEPRECIATIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, depreciative is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DEPRECIATIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 22.

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