1. to detract from or diminish the reputation, authority, or standing of something
Usage: formal
2. to take away a part of something, especially rights or powers
Usage: formal; legal

Examples

• The scandal derogates from his reputation as an honest politician.
• Nothing derogates from her achievements in science.
• The new policy derogates the authority of local governments.
• His constant criticism derogates from the team’s morale.
• The amendment derogates certain constitutional rights during emergencies.
• Such behavior derogates from the dignity of the office.