Disesteeming: meaning, definitions and examples
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disesteeming
[ ˌdɪsɪˈstiːmɪŋ ]
disregard, disfavor, disdain
Disesteeming refers to the action of regarding someone or something with a lack of esteem or respect. It often implies a judgment that is negative in nature and can be directed toward people, ideas, or objects. The act of disesteeming can stem from various reasons, including past interactions, societal norms, or personal beliefs. This would often result in a perception that devalues the subject in question.
Synonyms
devalue, diminish, disregard, disrespect.
Examples of usage
- His disesteeming remarks about the policy drew criticism.
- She felt the disesteeming attitudes of her peers affect her morale.
- Disesteeming traditions can lead to cultural misunderstandings.
Translations
Translations of the word "disesteeming" in other languages:
🇵🇹 desprezar
🇮🇳 अवमानना
🇩🇪 Missachtung
🇮🇩 meremehkan
🇺🇦 недооцінювати
🇵🇱 lekceważenie
🇯🇵 軽視する
🇫🇷 mépris
🇪🇸 desprecio
🇹🇷 küçümseme
🇰🇷 경시하다
🇸🇦 احتقار
🇨🇿 pohrdání
🇸🇰 pohrdanie
🇨🇳 轻视
🇸🇮 prezir
🇮🇸 fyrirlitning
🇰🇿 кешірмеу
🇬🇪 უდიდესი
🇦🇿 kiçiltmək
🇲🇽 desprecio
Etymology
The term 'disesteeming' is derived from the prefix 'dis-' which indicates negation, combined with 'esteem', a noun derived from the Latin 'aestimare', meaning 'to value, appraise'. The word emerged in the English language during the late Middle Ages, evolving to convey the idea of losing appreciation or value for someone or something. Its usage has increased in modern discourse around social dynamics, particularly in relation to how societies and groups evaluate individuals and their actions. The concept reflects broader themes of social hierarchies and the psychological impacts of perception, influencing individual self-worth and group identity.