denigration
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/ˌdenɪˈɡreɪʃn/
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/ˌdenɪˈɡreɪʃn/
When someone unfairly criticizes or puts down someone or something, making it seem like it has no value or importance.
The constant denigration of the team's efforts was disheartening for the players.
對團隊努力的持續貶低讓球員們感到沮喪。