How to Pronounce Denigrating

To pronounce "denigrating", say DEN-igr-at-ing — 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-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “denigrating”

"denigrating" has 4 syllables: den-igr-at-ing. It rhymes with titillating and captivating, if that helps it stick.

What does denigrating 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.”

Words that rhyme with denigrating

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

titillatingcaptivatinggratingdeprecatinginvigoratingexcruciatingexhilaratingfascinatingexasperatingstimulatingdebilitatingfluctuating

Related words

calumniatorycalumniousdefamatoryharmfullibellouslibelousslanderousappalling

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "denigrating"?▾

"Denigrating" has 4 syllables: den · igr · at · ing.

What does "denigrating" mean?▾

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

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