deprecatory
Deprecatory is an adjective that describes expressions of disapproval, censure, or a desire to avert something. A deprecatory remark or gesture is intended to discourage a course of action, diminish the subject's importance, or signal polite condemnation rather than open attack.
Etymology: from Latin deprecari "to avert by prayer," from de- "away" + precari "to pray." In English,
Usage: The word is commonly used to characterize tone or diction rather than a direct assertion of
Related notes: Deprecate (verb) and deprecation (noun) are closely related, describing the act or expression of