DEPRECATION - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

a prayer to avert or remove some evil or disaster

Categories: Prayer, Petition, Orison

Meaning 2

Part of speech: Noun

the act of expressing disapproval (especially of yourself)

Categories: Disparagement, Dispraise

Synonyms

Denigration, Deprecation

🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)

The word "deprecation" comes from Latin dēprecātiōnem, which comes from Middle French deprecation.

🧩 Fun Fact

Legal and medical professions still use Latin phrases because of its precision and historical authority.

➡️ Words that Start with DE

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Words that End with ON ⬅️

Option Oration Orchestration Ordination Oregon Organisation Organization Organon Orientation Origination Orion Orison