Main Entry: de·trac·tion

Pronunciation: \di-ˈtrak-shən, dē-\

Function: noun

Date: 14th century

1 : a lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling, disparagement
2 : a taking away <it is no detraction from its dignity or prestige — J. F. Golay>

— de·trac·tive \-ˈtrak-tiv\ adjective

— de·trac·tive·ly adverb