Disparage: meaning, definitions and examples

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Often used when someone is making others feel small or insignificant by undervaluing their efforts or abilities; commonly used in interpersonal relationships.

• He tends to belittle his colleagues' ideas in front of the boss.
• Parents should avoid belittling their children's accomplishments.

Commonly used in financial contexts to describe a decrease in value over time; can also be used to downplay someone's worth, often inaccurately.

• The car began to depreciate as soon as it was driven off the lot.
• She tends to depreciate her own achievements, even though they're quite impressive.

Used in contexts where someone is unfairly criticizing or attacking the reputation or character of another person or thing, often with malice.

• Political candidates often denigrate their opponents during campaigns.
• The article unfairly denigrated the author's work without any solid basis.

Used when something is made to seem less important, significant, or valuable; can refer to both tangible and intangible things.

• Her constant criticisms could not diminish his enthusiasm for the project.
• Over time, the glory of the landmark has begun to diminish.

Often used in economic contexts to describe a reduction in the value of currency; can also be used to talk about reducing the perceived worth of someone or something.

• The company had to devalue its assets due to the economic downturn.
• Don't devalue her opinions just because you don't agree with them.

Use when you want to belittle or speak slightingly of someone or something, often unfairly. This word has a negative connotation.

• She disparaged his accomplishments, saying they were not worth mentioning

Use in situations where you point out faults or mistakes in a more generalized sense. It can be used constructively or destructively, depending on the tone.

• The teacher criticized the student's essay for its lack of clarity

This word fits contexts where you express strong disapproval, often for moral reasons. It can also be used in legal settings.

• The community condemned the vandalism of the historic monument

Appropriate when an official or formal disapproval is expressed, especially by an authoritative body or organization.

• The politician was censured by the ethics committee for his actions

Used when you want to insult someone or damage their reputation subtly or indirectly. It also has a negative connotation.

• He made a racial slur, which led to widespread outrage

Suitable when you're accusing someone of evil intentions or actions, often unfairly. It has a strong negative connotation.

• They maligned her character, spreading false rumors about her