Disparage
/dɪsˈpærɪdʒ/
Meaning & Definition
verb
To regard or represent as being of little worth.
He disparaged her achievements, claiming they were not significant.
To speak of in a slighting or disrespectful way.
The critic disparaged the film, calling it a waste of time.
To belittle or bring down someone or something.
It's not fair to disparage the team's efforts after one loss.
To undermine the reputation of someone or something.
She felt that the headlines were meant to disparage her character.
Etymology
Middle English 'desparagien', from Old French 'desparager', from 'des-' + 'parager' (to marry off, to allege).
Common Phrases and Expressions
disparaging remarks
Comments that belittle or criticize someone.
Related Words
disparagement
The act of disparaging.
disparaging
Tending to disparage; expressing a lack of respect.
Slang Meanings
Throw shade
He was just throwing shade at her during the meeting.
Dissing
I can't believe he was dissing her work like that.