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derogatively

Adverb

Meaning

derogatively (comparative more derogatively, superlative most derogatively)

In a derogative way or manner: derogatorily.

Source: en.wiktionary.org

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During the campaign, Fujimori was nicknamed El Chino, which roughly translates to " Chinaman " it is common for people of any East Asian descent to be called chino in Peru, as elsewhere in Latin America, both derogatively and affectionately. Source: Internet

On the other hand, this new symbol is derogatively called la melono ( Esperanto the melon main) by some. Source: Internet

Print. Owing to Rococo love of shell-like curves and focus on decorative arts, some critics used the term to derogatively imply that the style was frivolous or merely modish. Source: Internet

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