Approbative and Disparaging

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Approbative adjective - Expressing or manifesting praise or approval.

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Disparaging is an antonym for approbative in flattering topic.

Disparaging adjective - Intended to make a person or thing seem of little importance or value.

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Approbative is an antonym for disparaging.

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