uncomplimentary

[US]/ˌʌnkɒmplɪ'ment(ə)rɪ/
[UK]/ʌn,kɑmplɪ'mɛntri/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj. disparaging, derogatory

Example Sentences

with a sneer; in an uncomplimentary sneering manner.

uncomplimentary remarks about appearance

uncomplimentary review of the movie

uncomplimentary behavior towards others

uncomplimentary remarks from a colleague

an uncomplimentary comparison to a sibling

uncomplimentary remarks about work performance

Real-world Examples

Malbihn blustered and threatened, finishing by applying a most uncomplimentary name to his captor. For this he received a shaking that rattled his teeth.

Source: Son of Mount Tai (Part 2)

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