depreciatingly
Adverb (phó từ): - In a manner that expresses a reduction in value or worth; in a way that shows belittlement, criticism, or low estimation. - Used to describe an action or statement that implies something is less valuable, important, or admirable than it might otherwise be considered.
- (She expressed criticism and low regard for his work.)
- (He showed an attitude that the car had lost its value.)
- (The review belittled the film’s quality and worth.)
“to speak depreciatingly”: to express disapproval or low opinion.
- The manager spoke depreciatingly about the team’s performance, ignoring their hard work. (He criticized the team in a belittling manner.)
“to act depreciatingly”: to behave in a way that shows something is undervalued.
- He treated the antique vase depreciatingly, unaware of its true worth. (He handled it as if it were worthless.)
Depreciate (verb): to reduce the value or worth of something; to belittle.
- The car depreciates quickly after purchase. (It loses value over time.)
Depreciation (noun): the decline in value of an asset over time; the act of belittling.
- Depreciation of the currency affected the economy. (The reduction in currency value.)
Depreciatory (adjective): expressing or tending to belittle.
- His depreciatory remarks hurt her confidence. (His critical, belittling comments.)
- Belittlingly: in a way that makes someone or something seem less important.
- Disparagingly: in a manner that shows disrespect or criticism.
- Scornfully: with contempt or disdain.
- Derogatorily: in a way that detracts from someone’s status or value.
- Appreciatively: in a way that shows gratitude or recognition of value.
- Admiringly: with approval and respect.
“to pour cold water on”: to criticize or discourage an idea or plan.
- He depreciatingly poured cold water on her proposal, calling it impractical. (He expressed strong criticism.)
“to take down a peg”: to reduce someone’s pride or status.
- She depreciatingly took him down a peg by pointing out his mistakes. (She belittled his achievements.)