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Derogate

/ˈdɛɹəɡeɪt/

To partially repeal (a law etc.).

📖 Definitions of "Derogate"

verb
  1. 1

    To partially repeal (a law etc.).

  2. 2

    To detract from (something); to disparage, belittle.

  3. 3

    To take away (something from something else) in a way which leaves it lessened.

  4. 4

    To remove a part, to detract from (a quality of excellence, authority etc.).

adjective
  1. 1

    Debased

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