deprecation
名词
UK/ˌdep.rəˈkeɪ.ʃᵊn/
US/ˌdep.rəˈkeɪ.ʃᵊn/
定义 deprecation 名词
disapproval
- Uncountable
The act of expressing disapproval or a lack of acceptance towards something.
Her tone clearly conveyed her disapproval.
He shook his head with a dismissive air.
She voiced a clear deprecation of the proposal.
criticism
- Uncountable
The act of belittling the value or importance of something.
He praised the symphony orchestra while expressing great deprecation for his own efforts.
I dislike your subtle deprecation of the abilities of others.
He attempted to diffuse the awkward situation with self-deprecation.