What is what does denigrate means?

Denigrate means to criticize or belittle someone or something unfairly, to speak ill of or slander a person or group, or to damage someone's reputation. It can also refer to the act of portraying something in a negative light, such as denigrating a particular religion or culture. The term is often used to describe the act of making negative comments about someone or something with the intention of tarnishing their image or credibility.