1. expressing criticism or disapproval in a way that suggests someone or something lacks worth or importance

1. criticizing someone or something unfairly; saying that someone or something is not good or important
Usage: present participle of denigrate

Examples

• The politician spent most of the debate denigrating his opponent’s record.
• She was tired of her boss constantly denigrating her efforts.
• The review was filled with denigrating comments about the restaurant’s service.
• His denigrating remarks about the team’s performance were unnecessary.
• The article avoided denigrating any particular group or individual.
• Stop denigrating yourself – you did a great job on the project.
• The coach’s denigrating attitude toward the players hurt team morale.