Pejoration
EN→ZH
What Does Pejoration Mean?
- 贬义
- 贬损
- 贬低
Pejoration Pronunciation
/pɛdʒəˈreɪʃən/
Pejoration Definition
noun
Definition
The process of making a word or term less favorable or more negative in its connotation.
In ZH
使一个词或术语的含义变得不利或更加负面的过程。
How to Use Pejoration in a Sentence
- The pejoration of the term 'geek' has evolved over the years.
- In language, pejoration can occur as societal attitudes change.
- The pejoration of certain words reflects cultural shifts.
- Historically, some words have gone through pejoration due to negative associations.
- Pejoration can affect how a community perceives certain identities.