Which term is considered derogatory?

(1 point)
Responses

Hard of Hearing

Hard of Hearing

Deaf

Deaf

Hearing

Hearing

Deaf-mute

Deaf-mute

1 answer

The term considered derogatory is "Deaf-mute." This term is outdated and often viewed as offensive because it implies that a deaf person cannot speak, which is not true for all individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. The more respectful terms are "Deaf" or "Hard of Hearing."