Denigrate
[DEH-nih-grayt]
Hint 1.
Denigrate sounds like "deny great," which can help you remember its meaning.
Hint 2. Sentence to give context:
“Displeased that her son Ralph did not win the first-grade spelling bee, Mrs. Smith denigrated the first place contestant.”
What is the best definition of denigrate?
A.
To accuse someone of cheating or unfair play
B.
To invalidate or deny one’s achievement
C.
To inflict harm on another person
D.
To forcefully displace from a position
Hint 1.
Denigrate sounds like "deny great," which can help you remember its meaning.
Hint 2. Sentence to give context:
“Displeased that her son Ralph did not win the first-grade spelling bee, Mrs. Smith denigrated the first place contestant.”
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