Denigratory and Nasty

Denigratory

Denigratory adjective - Intended to make a person or thing seem of little importance or value.
Usage example: a denigratory observation that the novel wasn't half bad—considering it was written by an actor

Nasty and denigratory are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Nasty" instead an adjective "Denigratory".

Nasty

Nasty adjective - Arousing or deserving of one's loathing and disgust.

Denigratory and nasty are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Denigratory" instead an adjective "Nasty".

Nearby Word: nastily
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