1. acts of disparaging or belittling someone or something; instances of detracting from reputation or standing
Usage: formal
2. partial repeals or temporary suspensions of laws, rules, or regulations
Usage: legal

Examples

• The committee rejected all derogations of the safety standards.
• His constant derogations of his colleagues created a hostile work environment.
• The treaty allows for temporary derogations during national emergencies.
• She ignored the derogations and focused on her achievements.
• The government granted derogations from certain environmental regulations.
• Such derogations of her character were completely unfounded.
• The court ruled that the derogations were legally justified.