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- DictionaryDer·o·ga·tion/ˌderəˈɡāSH(ə)n/
noun
- 1. an exemption from or relaxation of a rule or law: "the massive derogation of human rights"
- 2. the perception or treatment of someone or something as being of little worth: "the derogation of women"
Definitions of derogation. noun. a communication that belittles somebody or something. synonyms: depreciation, disparagement. see more. noun. (law) the partial taking away of the effectiveness of a law; a partial repeal or abolition of a law. “any derogation of the common law is to be strictly construed”. see more.
derogation. [countable] an occasion when a rule or law is allowed to be ignored Topics Permission and obligation c2. [uncountable, countable] words or actions that show that somebody or something is considered to have no worth. Definition of derogation noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary.
1. To take away; detract: an error that will derogate from your reputation. 2. To deviate from a standard or expectation; go astray: a clause allowing signers of the agreement to derogate from its principles during a state of emergency. v.tr. To disparage; belittle.
6 days ago · derogation in American English. (ˌdɛrəˈgeɪʃən ) noun. 1. a lessening or weakening ( of power, authority, position, etc.) 2. disparagement; detraction. 3. a lowering of oneself; loss of rank.
The meaning of DEROGATION is a taking away or detraction from something (as the force of a law). How to use derogation in a sentence.
Derogation definition: the act or process of weakening, lessening, or taking away power or authority. See examples of DEROGATION used in a sentence.
A lessening or weakening ( of power, authority, position, etc.) Webster's New World. Disparagement; detraction. Webster's New World. Similar definitions. A lowering of oneself; loss of rank. Webster's New World. In legislation, partially repealing or limiting the scope of common law or prior statutes. Webster's New World Law.
