Tags Reclaiming Derogatory labels language Stigmatization race gender groups From Derogation to Reclamation: How Does Language Change? Derogatory labels are offensive words that can be reclaimed by a stigmatized group; however, the process of reclaiming can carry risks. Issue 05/2021 by Samuel Sturaro, Fabio Fasoli Read more about From Derogation to Reclamation: How Does Language Change?