deprecate

Definition of deprecate

Verbs

express strong disapproval of; deplore
Type of:
disapprove, reject
deem wrong or inappropriate
belittle
"The teacher should not deprecate his student's efforts"
Synonyms:
depreciate, vilipend
Types:
deflate, puncture
reduce or lessen the size or importance of
Type of:
belittle, disparage, pick at
express a negative opinion of

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