derogate
UK: ˈdɛrəɡeɪt | US: ˈdɛrəɡeɪt
vt. to disparage or belittle (someone or something)
vi. to detract or deviate from (a standard or expectation)
derogate = de<down, away> + rog<ask> + ate<verb suffix>
- de: Latin prefix meaning "down" or "away," indicating removal or negation.
- rog: From Latin rogare, meaning "to ask" or "to propose."
- ate: Verb-forming suffix indicating action.
Etymology Origin:
Derived from Latin derogare ("to repeal part of a law" or "to detract"), the word combines de- (away) + rogare (to ask). Originally used in legal contexts to describe partial nullification, it evolved to mean "to lessen the value of" or "to disparage." The shift reflects the idea of "taking away" from someone's worth or authority through criticism.
His constant complaints derogate the team's achievements.
The new policy may derogate from the original agreement.
She refused to derogate her opponent during the debate.
Such behavior derogates the dignity of the profession.
The amendment does not derogate the rights of citizens.