disparagement

C2
Pronunciation
/di-ˈsper-ij/
/dis-ˈpar-ij/
Verb
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

to speak slightingly about (someone or something) : to belittle the importance or value of (someone or something)

Example Sentences
  • … disparaged the novels as "propaganda" …—Roxy Simons
2 Definition

to lower (someone or something) in rank or reputation : degrade

Example Sentences
  • Mr Miles said changing the hospital's name was not designed to disparage the name or recognition of Lady Cilento.—Lucy Stone
3 Definition

to lower in rank : degrade

4 Definition

to speak of as unimportant or not much good : belittle

Example Sentences
  • disparaged the performance