Synonyms of denigration

Noun

1. denigration, belittling, disparagement, depreciation, derogation

usage: a belittling comment

2. aspersion, calumny, slander, defamation, denigration, attack

usage: an abusive attack on a person's character or good name

3. deprecation, denigration, disparagement, dispraise

usage: the act of expressing disapproval (especially of yourself)