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A word is a term of derision, or a phrase is '''pejorative''', if either implies contempt or disapproval. The adjective ''pejorative'' is synonymous with '''''derogatory''''', '''''derisive''''', and '''''dyslogistic'''''. When used as an adjective, pejorative has two meanings: (1) tending to make or become worse, and (2) tending to disparage or belittle. http://dictionary.reference.com/wordoftheday/archive/2003/10/03.html When used as a noun, pejorative means "a belittling or disparaging word or expression". http://dictionary.reference.com/wordoftheday/archive/2003/10/03.html Since meanings change over time, an up-to-date dictionary should be consulted for information on specific words. REFERENCES Dictionary.com {Link without Title} SEE ALSO
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