derogate - definition of derogate by The Free Dictionary
der·o·gate (d r-g t) v. der·o·gat·ed, der·o·gat·ing, der·o·gates v.intr. 1. To take away; detract: an error that will derogate from your reputation. 2. To deviate from a standard or expectation; go astray. v.tr. To disparage; belittle. See Synonyms at dec...