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To: greeneyes

In reading the definition of cretin, it is clear that it is a perjorative, and reading the definition of perjorative, it is clear that the use of the word cretin, in the context it was used in, is wholly inappropriate.

One could also perform an exegesis of the word fool, and- the use of the word fool as a perjorative, in the particular context it was used in, and reach a similar conclusion as to it’s inappropriateness.

It would be far better if one is fair in their use of words of criticism directed towards the President. Just about, everyone here- understands that there is already an avalanche of round the clock criticism directed towards the President, by design, and in conspiracy. We don’t need to perpetuate or advance unwarranted criticism of the President. We are the counter battery to said attacks. Man the ramparts!

perjorative

adj.
Disparaging; belittling.
n.
A disparaging or belittling word or expression.

Tending or intended to depreciate or deteriorate, as the sense of a word; giving a low or bad sense to.

Also-

A pejorative is a word or grammatical form expressing a negative connotation or a low opinion of someone or something, showing a lack of respect for someone or something. It is also used to express criticism, hostility, or disregard

cretin

noun
1 a person suffering from cretinism.
2 a stupid, obtuse, or mentally defective person.

Words related to cretin
fool, idiot, imbecile, loser, moron, creep


469 posted on 02/22/2020 8:06:35 AM PST by freepersup (BQQM!)
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To: freepersup

In reading the definition of cretin, it is clear that it is a perjorative, and reading the definition of perjorative, it is clear that the use of the word cretin, in the context it was used in, is wholly inappropriate.
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Yep. Not appropriate. Also not appreciated and like you said —there’s enough elsewhere.


471 posted on 02/22/2020 8:12:17 AM PST by greeneyes ( Moderation In Pursuit of Justice is NO Virtue--LET FREEDOM RING)
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