Definitions

denigration

[den-i-grey-shuhn] / ˌdɛn ɪˈgreɪ ʃən /

NOUN

belittlement

Synonyms

STRONGEST

STRONG

aspersion calumniation calumny deprecation derogation detraction disparagement libel put down ridicule scorn slander traducement vilification

WEAK

defaming libeling smearing traducing

Antonyms

STRONG

approval compliment flattery praise