Deprecatory

Synonyms of deprecatory

• belittling
• disparaging
• derogatory

Antonyms of deprecatory

• complimentary
• approving
• praiseful

Collocations of deprecatory

deprecatory remarks

Frequency: 70 %

He couldn't help but make deprecatory remarks about her cooking.

deprecatory tone

Frequency: 60 %

His deprecatory tone towards his colleagues did not go unnoticed.

deprecatory attitude

Frequency: 50 %

His deprecatory attitude towards authority figures often got him into trouble.

deprecatory language

Frequency: 45 %

Her deprecatory language towards the project caused tension among the team.

Idiomatic Expressions for deprecatory

• Phrase: a deprecatory tone
  Meaning: a tone that conveys disapproval or criticism
  Usage: She spoke with a deprecatory tone when discussing her ex-husband.