Deprecation
noun
The act of expressing disapproval of something or urging for it to be avoided.
Her deprecation of junk food has influenced many to switch to a healthier diet.
Often appears as...
- strong deprecation
- public deprecation
Usage tips
Formal, Disapproving
noun
An expression of modesty to underestimate oneself.
His deprecation of his own accomplishments made him seem humble.
Often appears as...
- self-deprecation
- modest deprecation
Usage tips
Formal
noun
In computing, a declaration that a particular part of a program or system is going to be removed in future.
Users have been notified about the deprecation of the older version of the software.
Often appears as...
- software deprecation
- feature deprecation
Usage tips
Formal
Technical
noun
The act of expressing disapproval of something or urging for it to be avoided.
Her deprecation of junk food has influenced many to switch to a healthier diet.
Often appears as...
- strong deprecation
- public deprecation
Usage tips
Formal, Disapproving
noun
An expression of modesty to underestimate oneself.
His deprecation of his own accomplishments made him seem humble.
Often appears as...
- self-deprecation
- modest deprecation
Usage tips
Formal
noun
In computing, a declaration that a particular part of a program or system is going to be removed in future.
Users have been notified about the deprecation of the older version of the software.
Often appears as...
- software deprecation
- feature deprecation
Usage tips
Formal
Technical
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Tone
Deprecation suggests a critical attitude and often contains a negative judgment.
The teacher's deprecation of laziness encouraged students to be more active.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Casual
Use 'deprecation' in formal contexts; it may be too formal for everyday conversation.
In his speech, the mayor’s deprecation of the old policies underscored his commitment to reform.
Pro Tip 3/3Strong Disapproval
Deprecation is stronger than mild criticism and implies urging others to avoid something.
The film's deprecation of war aims to discourage glorification of conflict.
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Tone
Deprecation suggests a critical attitude and often contains a negative judgment.
The teacher's deprecation of laziness encouraged students to be more active.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Casual
Use 'deprecation' in formal contexts; it may be too formal for everyday conversation.
In his speech, the mayor’s deprecation of the old policies underscored his commitment to reform.
Pro Tip 3/3Strong Disapproval
Deprecation is stronger than mild criticism and implies urging others to avoid something.
The film's deprecation of war aims to discourage glorification of conflict.
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Tone
Deprecation suggests a critical attitude and often contains a negative judgment.
The teacher's deprecation of laziness encouraged students to be more active.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Casual
Use 'deprecation' in formal contexts; it may be too formal for everyday conversation.
In his speech, the mayor’s deprecation of the old policies underscored his commitment to reform.
Pro Tip 3/3Strong Disapproval
Deprecation is stronger than mild criticism and implies urging others to avoid something.
The film's deprecation of war aims to discourage glorification of conflict.
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Quote examples
Bryan Fogel
American Director
We're never going to please everyone, but all the great Jewish comics have succeeded through irreverence and self deprecation.
Quote examples
Bryan Fogel
American Director
We're never going to please everyone, but all the great Jewish comics have succeeded through irreverence and self deprecation.
Example 1 of 1
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