DEROGATORY COMMENTS are words or phrases that are intended to hurt, insult, or belittle someone. Examples of derogatory comments include SNIDE remarks, slurs, and BLAHS. SNIDE remarks are cutting, sarcastic, and often insulting comments. Slurs are words or phrases that are used to insult a person or group based on their race, gender, religion, or other characteristics. BLAHS are words or phrases that are used to express disapproval or contempt.