Disparage

Pronunciation: /dɪˈsperɪdʒ/

Definitions of disparage

verb to speak of in a way that shows a lack of respect or approval

Example Sentences

A1 She never disparages anyone, always finding something positive to say.

A2 It's not nice to disparage others just because they are different.

B1 The politician tried to disparage his opponent's reputation during the debate.

B2 The critic's review was filled with disparaging remarks about the artist's work.

C1 The journalist was criticized for disparaging an entire community in her article.

C2 It is important to refrain from disparaging others, even in times of disagreement.

Examples of disparage in a Sentence

formal It is unprofessional to disparage your colleagues in the workplace.

informal Don't disparage your friends behind their backs.

slang Stop dissing me, it's not cool to disparage others.

figurative His constant criticism seemed to disparage even the brightest ideas.

Grammatical Forms of disparage

• past tense: disparaged
• plural: disparages
• comparative: more disparaging
• superlative: most disparaging
• present tense: disparages
• future tense: will disparage
• perfect tense: has disparaged
• continuous tense: is disparaging
• singular: disparage
• positive degree: disparage
• infinitive: to disparage
• gerund: disparaging
• participle: disparaged

Origin and Evolution of disparage

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'disparage' originated from the Old French word 'desparagier' which meant to marry someone of unequal rank or to degrade or devalue.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'disparage' evolved to include the idea of belittling or speaking negatively about someone or something, rather than just referring to unequal marriage or social status.