What is another word for derogates?

Pronunciation: [dˈɛɹəɡˌe͡ɪts] (IPA)

Derogates is a term that refers to belittling or diminishing someone or something's value or worth. Synonyms for this word include disparage, discredit, devalue, malign, and undervalue. Each word brings a different connotation to the situation, such as disparage implies a somewhat passive criticism, while malign is more aggressive in its attempt to discredit. But all of these synonyms are used with the intention of downplaying the importance of something or someone, or to harm someone's reputation. It's essential to understand the subtleties of each word and use them appropriately to ensure effective communication.

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Usage examples for Derogates

Nor must I avoid mentioning what, I grieve to say, rather derogates from the grave and honourable character of these ancient gentlefolk; that, during the architectural season, they are subject to great dissensions among themselves; that they make no scruple to defraud and plunder each other; and that sometimes the rookery is a scene of hideous brawl and commotion, in consequence of some delinquency of the kind.
"Bracebridge Hall, or The Humorists"
Washington Irving
Even some of her admirers admit a want of straightforwardness in her; she has no passion, which rather derogates from the merit of her conduct in any case; and though she is abominably ill-treated by almost everybody, one's pity for her never comes very near to love.
"The English Novel"
George Saintsbury
This with me derogates little, or rather nothing at all, from the political value and importance of the fact.
"The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. V. (of 12)"
Edmund Burke

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