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a term that expresses disapproval, is insulting, or denigrating. Typically, these come in the form of words used to label a trait or group of people in a negative way.
In Queer contexts, pejorative terms are terms used against Queer people in order to insult them; for example, faggot is a highly pejorative term and a slur.
Some pejorative terms have been reclaimed, however, such as the word gay.
Originally published: 4th December, 2020
Last modified: 4th December, 2020
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