Pejoratif
/id/Source Language: The language or dialect this term originates from (ID).Definition & Context
AdjectiveAdjective
A word or phrase naming an attribute, added to or grammatically related to a noun to modify or describe it.
A linguistic term referring to words or expressions that convey a “derogatory”, insulting, or negative connotation toward the subject being discussed.
Synonyms & Variants
mencela
To express disapproval or dislike towards something or someone, often with the intention of belittling.
menghina
To say or do something that degrades the dignity or honor of others.
menjelek-jelekkan
To speak ill of someone or something with the intention of damaging their reputation.
merendahkan
Common synonym in standard Indonesian
negatif
Having a bad, poor, or unfavorable nature.
derogatory
Often used by bilingual speakers in Jakarta
hinaan
Noun form of the pejoration concept
kasar
Equivalent in daily conversational contexts
olok-olok
Tends toward a joking but still negative context
Usage Notes or Etymology
This word is an adaptation of the Dutch pejoratief, which originates from the Latin root peior meaning “worse”. In discourse analysis, the use of pejorative forms often aims to demonstrate the speaker's superiority or to degrade the social status of another party through vocabulary choices that carry negative emotional weight.
Real-world Usage
Penggunaan istilah tersebut dianggap pejoratif karena menyinggung kelompok marginal tertentu.
English Translation
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.