Deprecatory

Pronunciation: /dɪˈprɛkəˌtɔri/

Definitions of deprecatory

adjective expressing disapproval or criticism

Example Sentences

A1 She made a deprecatory comment about her own cooking skills.

A2 The teacher's deprecatory remarks about the student's work were demoralizing.

B1 His deprecatory attitude towards his colleagues often caused tension in the office.

B2 The politician's deprecatory remarks about his opponent were widely criticized.

C1 The author's deprecatory tone in his writing added depth to the characters.

C2 Despite his deprecatory humor, he was well-respected among his peers.

Examples of deprecatory in a Sentence

formal Her deprecatory remarks towards her colleagues were not well received in the professional setting.

informal I don't appreciate your deprecatory comments about my cooking skills.

slang Stop being so deprecatory, it's not cool.

figurative His deprecatory attitude towards life is holding him back from achieving his goals.

Grammatical Forms of deprecatory

• past tense: deprecated
• plural: deprecatory
• comparative: more deprecatory
• superlative: most deprecatory
• present tense: deprecates
• future tense: will deprecate
• perfect tense: has deprecated
• continuous tense: is deprecating
• singular: deprecatory
• positive degree: deprecatory
• infinitive: to deprecate
• gerund: deprecating
• participle: deprecated

Origin and Evolution of deprecatory

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'deprecatory' originated from the Latin word 'deprecat-' which means to avert by prayer or entreaty.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in a religious context to refer to prayers of entreaty, the word 'deprecatory' evolved to also describe language or actions that express disapproval or criticism.