pejorative
US /pɪˈdʒɔːr.ə.t̬ɪv/
UK /pɪˈdʒɒr.ə.tɪv/
形容词
贬义的, 轻蔑的
expressing contempt or disapproval; having a negative connotation
示例:
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The word 'nerd' was once a pejorative term, but now it is often used with pride.
“书呆子”一词曾是一个贬义词，但现在人们常以自豪的态度使用它。
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He used the word in a pejorative sense to insult his opponent.
他以贬义的意思使用这个词来侮辱他的对手。
名词
贬义词, 轻蔑语
a word expressing contempt or lack of approval
示例:
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The term has become a pejorative in modern political discourse.
这个术语在现代政治话语中已经变成了一个贬义词。
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She avoided using pejoratives when discussing sensitive topics.
她在讨论敏感话题时避免使用贬义词。