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Derogate Definition & Meaning

derogate
verb
  1. cause to seem less serious; play down; "Don't belittle his influence"

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What does derogate mean?
cause to seem less serious; play down; "Don't belittle his influence"
What part of speech is derogate?
Derogate is a verb.

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