Disparage Meaning in English
word
dɪˈspɛɹɪdʒ
di-SPER-ij
dɪspˈæɹɪdʒ
dis-PAR-ij
Definition
To criticize someone or something in a way that shows you do not think they are important or valuable.
Usage & Nuances
Formal and often used in written or professional settings. Common collocations: 'disparage someone’s efforts', 'disparage a product'. Avoids open mockery—implies subtle or indirect criticism that lessens perceived value.
Spanish: menospreciar - desacreditarPortuguese (BR): menosprezar - depreciarPortuguese (PT): menosprezar - depreciarChinese (Simplified): 贬低 - 轻视Chinese (Traditional): 貶低 - 輕視Hindi: निंदा करना - अपमानित करनाArabic: يُقلّل من شأن - يستخفّBengali: অবমূল্যায়ন করা - অবজ্ঞা করাRussian: принижать - умалять достоинствоJapanese: けなす - 軽んじるVietnamese: chê bai - hạ thấpKorean: 폄하하다 - 깎아내리다Turkish: küçümsemek - aşağılamakUrdu: تذلیل کرنا - کم تر ظاہر کرناIndonesian: meremehkan - merendahkan
Example Sentences
He always disparages my ideas in meetings.
basic
Do not disparage someone's hard work.
basic
It's wrong to disparage people you disagree with.
basic
She didn’t mean to disparage your achievements, just offer some advice.
natural
Politicians often disparage their opponents to gain support.
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Instead of trying to disparage others, focus on improving yourself.
natural