1. expressing disapproval or criticism; having a negative or disparaging meaning
Usage: formal

1. a word or phrase that expresses disapproval or criticism
Usage: formal

Examples

• The term has acquired pejorative connotations over time.
• His pejorative comments about the proposal were unnecessary.
• The word became a pejorative used to insult people.
• She avoided using pejorative language in her speech.
• That’s a pejorative I don’t want to hear again.
• The article was full of pejoratives about the opposing team.
• Many pejoratives reflect outdated social attitudes.