English Synonym Finder

disparage

Definitions

To speak of someone or something in a derogatory or belittling way.

To lower in reputation or esteem; to discredit.

Examples

It is unprofessional to disparage your colleagues' work during a team meeting.

The critic did not hesitate to disparage the film, calling it a complete waste of time.

She refused to disparage her former employer, even though she had many reasons to be upset.

Synonyms

belittle denigrate deprecate deride discredit minimize mock

Antonyms

admire approve commend compliment exalt extol honor