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Synonyms & Similar Words
belittle
demean
denigrate
deprecate
disparage
degrade
depreciate
deflate
diminish
discredit
decry
deplore
despise
disdain
scoff
scorn
mock
ridicule
tease
taunt
insult
affront
offend
slur
slander
libel
defame
vilify
denounce
condemn
criticize
censure
reproach
rebuke
reprove
chastise
admonish
rebuff
repudiate
repel
reject
Meaning of Disparage
According to Merriam-Webster, "disparage" means to speak slightly or unfavorably of, or to belittle
Definitions
- According to Oxford Dictionary, "disparage" means to say something unpleasant or unflattering about someone or something, or to represent as being of less value or importance
- According to Cambridge Dictionary, "disparage" means to say or write something that shows you do not respect or value someone or something
Example Uses
- The politician's opponents tried to disparage her reputation by spreading false rumors about her past
- She felt that her boss was trying to disparage her abilities by giving her insignificant tasks
- The company's competitors attempted to disparage their new product by highlighting its flaws