deprecatory
US /ˈdep.rə.kə.tɔːr.i/
UK /ˈdep.rə.kə.tər.i/
形容词
1.
反对的, 蔑视的
expressing disapproval or criticism
示例:
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He made a deprecatory comment about the new policy.
他对新政策发表了反对的评论。
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She gave him a deprecatory look when he started shouting.
当他开始大喊大叫时，她给了他一个反对的眼神。
2.
贬低的, 自嘲的
intended to make a person or thing seem of little importance or value; self-deprecating
示例:
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He often uses deprecatory humor to make others feel comfortable.
他经常使用自嘲的幽默来让别人感到自在。
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The author spoke of his work in a deprecatory tone.
作者以一种贬低的语气谈论他的作品。