PoliticsAugust 15, 2026

denigration

den-i-GRAY-shun

Definition

The act of unfairly criticizing someone or something to diminish their reputation or value.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin word 'denigrare', which combines 'de-' (completely) and 'nigrere' (to make black), originally meaning to blacken someone's name or reputation.

In the news

The article uses this word to describe the negative impact of specific political rhetoric, which is accused of fostering an environment where Jewish people are unfairly belittled and ostracized.

Congregants return to NYC synagogue after disruption, arrest: "Let's breathe in peace"

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