Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Word of the Week#7

(1)The word of the week:derogatory


(2)Source: “Charles Strouse’s Big Scores, From ‘Annie’ To ‘Birdie’” from NPR Fresh Air
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(3)The entire sentence in which I found this word:
You know, a lot of rock music, in those days particularly, was very - I don't want to say simple because that wouldn't - that would be a little bit derogatory, but there were certain patterns. It became patterned, in a way, and I did model it on that

(4) Dictionary definition of the word:
adjective: showing a critical or disrespectful attitude.

(5)She tells me I'm fat and is always making derogatory remarks.


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