Understanding Disparage: Definition, Examples, and Synonyms

Disparage comes from the Latin word "dis" meaning "apart" and "parare" meaning "to prepare". In English, it means to speak unfavourably or critically about someone or something, or to belittle or undervalue them. It can also refer to the act of expressing a negative opinion or criticism about someone or something.

Examples:

* The politician was accused of disparaging his opponents during the campaign.
* The review disparaged the restaurant's service and food quality.
* The company's reputation was disparaged by the media after the scandal.

Synonyms for disparage include criticize, condemn, denigrate, and belittle.

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