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   der·o·ga·tion

   /ˌderəˈɡāSH(ə)n/

   noun

   • 1. an exemption from or relaxation of a rule or law: "the massive derogation of human rights"
   • 2. the perception or treatment of someone or something as being of little worth: "the derogation of women"

   Word Origin late Middle English (in the sense ‘impairment of the force of’): from Latin derogatio(n-), from the verb derogare (see derogate).

   Scrabble Points: 12

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishDEROGATION | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   DEROGATION definition: 1. the act of talking about or treating someone in a way that shows you do not respect him, her, or…. Learn more.

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   Derogation definition: the act or process of weakening, lessening, or taking away power or authority. See examples of DEROGATION used in a sentence.

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   When someone puts down or ridicules another person or group, that's derogation. Your sister might think her constant teasing is all in good fun, but if you view it as derogation, you should tell her to cut it out.

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   Mar 8, 2012 · verb. der· o· gate ˈder-ə-ˌgāt. ˈde-rə- derogated; derogating. Synonyms of derogate. transitive verb. : to cause to seem inferior : disparage. derogating another's achievements. intransitive verb. 1. : to take away a part so as to impair : detract.

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   The meaning of DEROGATION is a taking away or detraction from something (as the force of a law). How to use derogation in a sentence.

7. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishDEROGATION definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   DEROGATION definition: a lessening or weakening ( of power, authority, position, etc.) | Meaning, pronunciation, translations and examples.

8. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishderogation noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   Definition of derogation noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

9. www.thefreedictionary.com › derogationDerogation - definition of derogation by The Free Dictionary

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   1. To take away; detract: an error that will derogate from your reputation. 2. To deviate from a standard or expectation; go astray: a clause allowing signers of the agreement to derogate from its principles during a state of emergency. v.tr. To disparage; belittle.

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    Derogation definition: A lessening or weakening ( of power, authority, position, etc.).

11. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryDEROGATION | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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    DEROGATION meaning: 1. the act of talking about or treating someone in a way that shows you do not respect him, her, or…. Learn more.