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Derogatory Adjective tending to lessen the merit or reputation of a person or thing; disparaging; depreciatory: a derogatory remark.

adj tending or intended to detract, disparage, or belittle; intentionally offensive The derogatory information in this case arises from the individual's consumption of alcohol Nave

adjective having or showing unaffected simplicity of nature or absence of artificiality; unsophisticated; ingenuous. having or showing a lack of experience, judgment, or information; credulous: She's so naive she believes everything she reads. He has a very naive attitude toward politics. My generation was promised that things were going to get better and many of us were naive enough to bet on it. Lacking worldly experience and understanding, especially: a. Simple and guileless; artless: a child with a naive charm. b. Unsuspecting or credulous: "Students, often bright but naive, bet sums of money on sporting events"
Flustered To make or become nervous or upset

and lose

substantial

to put into a state of agitated confusion: His constant criticism flustered me. to excite and confuse with drink. Mitt got flustered, once again, by questions about his taxes.
Disparage

to speak of or treat slightingly; depreciate; belittle: Do not disparage good manners. to bring reproach or discredit upon; lower the estimation of: Your behavior will disparage the whole family. She did not know that she disparaged her husband so, and she did not know why she should disparage him to such a degree.
Innate

adjective existing in one from birth; inborn; native: innate musical talent. inherent in the essential character of something: an innate defect in the hypothesis. originating in or arising from the intellect or the constitution of the mind, rather than learned through experience: an innate knowledge of good and evil. In fact, the ability is so widespread it's likely that the bird's tendency to mimic sound is innate. Of or produced by the mind rather than learned through experience: an innate knowledge of right and wrong.
Disparity

lack of similarity or equality; inequality; difference: a disparity in age; disparity in rank. Although the reason for this difference is not yet known, it is a true disparity.
The condition or fact of being unequal, as in age, rank, or degree; difference: "narrow the economic disparities among regions and industries" (Courtenay Slater). Articulate

To fit together into a coherent whole; unify: a plan to articulate nursing programs throughout the state. Anatomy To unite by forming a joint or joints. Architecture To give visible or concrete expression to (the composition of structural elements): a spare design in which windows and doors are barely articulated. uttered clearly in distinct syllables. capable of speech; not speechless. using language easily and fluently; having facility with words: an articulate speaker. It is mute, and the other competing claimants of value are loud and articulate.
Inimical

adjective adverse in tendency or effect; unfavorable; harmful: a climate inimical to health. unfriendly; hostile: a cold, inimical gaze. Participation is also a necessary component, as apathy and abstention are inimical to democracy. Injurious or harmful in effect; adverse: habits inimical to good health. Unfriendly; hostile: a cold, inimical voice.
Venerate

to regard or treat with reverence; revere.


To regard with respect, reverence, or heartfelt deference

Obey and venerate the old people, particularly your parents.


We venerate those willing to shake up the status quo Prudent

Wise in handling practical matters; exercising good judgment or common sense. Careful in regard to one's own interests; provident. Careful about one's conduct; circumspect. wise or judicious in practical affairs; sagacious; discreet or circumspect; sober. careful in providing for the future; provident: a prudent decision. Touring with a professional guide is a prudent option. They don't want us to be prudent and pay off our loans.

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