How to Pronounce Denigrates

To pronounce "denigrates", say DEN-igr-at-es — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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DEN-igr-at-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “denigrates”

"denigrates" has 4 syllables: den-igr-at-es.

What does denigrates mean?

verb

  1. To criticise so as to besmirch; traduce, disparage or defame.
  2. To treat as worthless; belittle, degrade or disparage.

    “You have no right to denigrate people and things that you have no personal experience with.”

Related words

calumniatedefamebelittleslanderderogateminimizesullybesmirch

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How many syllables are in "denigrates"?▾

"Denigrates" has 4 syllables: den · igr · at · es.

What does "denigrates" mean?▾

Denigrates: To criticise so as to besmirch; traduce, disparage or defame.

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