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贬义

derogatory meaning

Character Composition

Characters

Pinyin

bian3yi4 • biǎnyì

Meaning

Primary

derogatory meaning

Alternatives

derogatory sense, derogatory

Mnemonic

贬义 Derogatory meaning is anything that intentionally 贬 diminishes the perception of someone and does not give them due 义 justice and respect.

Usage

这 个 词 有 贬义， 请 小心 使用。

This word has a derogatory meaning, please use it carefully.

他 的 话 听 起来 带 有 贬义。

His words carry derogatory meaning.

这 句 话 没有 贬义。

This sentence has no derogatory meaning,.