disparaging — expressing the opinion that something is of little worth; belittling
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: expressing the opinion that something is of little worth; belittling
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈspærɪdʒɪŋ/
Example Sentences
- The boss's disparaging comments about remote work made everyone want to quit immediately.
- His disparaging attitude toward vegetables explains why he only eats pizza and burgers.
- The critic's disparaging review of the movie was so harsh that even the popcorn felt insulted.
disparaging
ADJECTIVE[/dɪˈspærɪdʒɪŋ/]
expressing the opinion that something is of little worth; belittling
A disparaging coworker dismisses colleague's ideas with contempt and eye-rolling
Disparaging words are glaring and daring, yet lacking in caring — they diminish worth and wound the heart
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From the Old French word 'disparager' meaning to match unequally or disgrace, derived from 'dis-' (apart) and 'parage' (lineage/rank). The term entered English in the 16th century with the sense of lowering in esteem or belittling.
Breakdown
dis- (opposite/away) + par- (equal, from Latin par) + -age (noun suffix) + -ing (present participle) = disparaging (speaking in a way that lowers the value or worth of something)
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📝Examples
“The boss's disparaging comments about remote work made everyone want to quit immediately.”
“His disparaging attitude toward vegetables explains why he only eats pizza and burgers.”
“The critic's disparaging review of the movie was so harsh that even the popcorn felt insulted.”
“She refused to tolerate any disparaging remarks about her cooking.”
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