Detraction Definition & Meaning
detraction
- noun
- a petty disparagement
- the act of discrediting or detracting from someone's reputation (especially by slander); "let it be no detraction from his merits to say he is plainspoken"
"Detraction" in song lyrics
See how detraction is used in real songs:
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"You was warn like a coming detraction"
Keith Murray f/ Redman, Erick Sermon, Too $hort — Ride Wit Us
Words that rhyme with detraction
Usage tips for "detraction"
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does detraction mean?
- a petty disparagement the act of discrediting or detracting from someone's reputation (especially by slander); "let it be no detraction from his merits to say he is plainspoken"
- What part of speech is detraction?
- Detraction is a noun.
- How many definitions does detraction have?
- Detraction has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).