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Common synonyms for derogating are abase, vilify and decry. Words with the opposite meaning are exalt and praise.

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Derogating as a Verb

1

present participle and gerund of derogate

2

To partially repeal (a law etc.).

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3

To detract from (something); to disparage, belittle.

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4

To take away (something from something else) in a way which leaves it lessened.

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5

To remove a part, to detract from (a quality of excellence, authority etc.).

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6

To act in a manner below oneself; to debase oneself.

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Word Forms & Grammar

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Derogating in Brief

Part of speechverb
Meaningpresent participle and gerund of derogate
Synonymsabase, vilify and decry
Antonymsexalt and praise