xấu nghĩa

Người đó dùng từ xấu nghĩa để miêu tả một hành động không tốt.

Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Pejorative; derogatory: A word or phrase that expresses disapproval, contempt, or a negative judgment, implying that the thing described is inferior or bad.
   • Having a bad or negative meaning: Refers to language that carries an unfavorable, offensive, or disparaging connotation.

Usage Examples

• Adjective:
  • Từ "ăn bám" là một từ xấu nghĩa. (The word "parasite" is a pejorative term.)
  • Tránh dùng những từ xấu nghĩa khi tranh luận. (Avoid using derogatory words when arguing.)
  • "Già" đôi khi được dùng với nghĩa xấu nghĩa. ("Old" is sometimes used in a pejorative sense.)

Advanced Usage

• This term is primarily used in linguistic, academic, or formal discussions about language to classify vocabulary. It describes the inherent connotation of a word, not the intent of a specific speaker.

Variants and Related Words

• Mang nghĩa xấu (phrase): to have a bad meaning. This is a descriptive phrase rather than a fixed compound.
  • Cụm từ đó mang nghĩa xấu. (That phrase has a bad meaning.)

Synonyms

• Derogatory: Intended to show disrespect and criticism.
• Pejorative: Expressing contempt or disapproval.
• Disparaging: Expressing the belief that someone or something is of little worth.
• Uncomplimentary: Not expressing praise or approval.

Related Concepts

• Trung tính (neutral): A word without positive or negative connotations.
• Tốt nghĩa (laudatory): A word with a positive or praising meaning. (Note: "tốt nghĩa" is less commonly used than "xấu nghĩa").