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- [dih-spar-ij-muh nt]
- /dɪˈspær ɪdʒ mənt/
- /dɪsˈpærɪʤmənt/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [dih-spar-ij-muh nt]
- /dɪˈspær ɪdʒ mənt/
Definitions of disparagement word
- noun disparagement the act of disparaging. 1
- noun disparagement something that derogates or casts in a bad light, as a remark or censorious essay. 1
- noun disparagement The act of disparaging, of belittling. 1
- noun disparagement speaking ill of sb or sth 1
- uncountable noun disparagement Disparagement is the act of speaking about someone or something in a way which shows that you do not have a good opinion of them. 0
- noun disparagement a disparaging or being disparaged; detraction 0
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Origin of disparagement
First appearance:
before 1480 One of the 25% oldest English words
1480-90; < Anglo-French, Middle French desparagement, equivalent to desparag(ier) to disparage + -ment -ment
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Parts of speech for Disparagement
noun
adjective
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adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
disparagement popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 86% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
disparagement usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for disparagement
noun disparagement
- aspersion — a disparaging or malicious remark; slanderous accusation (esp in the phrase cast aspersions (on))
- scandal — a disgraceful or discreditable action, circumstance, etc.
- lessening — to become less.
- contempt — If you have contempt for someone or something, you have no respect for them or think that they are unimportant.
- lie — Jonas, 1880–1940, U.S. painter, born in Norway.
Antonyms for disparagement
noun disparagement
- admiration — Admiration is a feeling of great liking and respect for a person or thing.
- compliment — A compliment is a polite remark that you say to someone to show that you like their appearance, appreciate their qualities, or approve of what they have done.
- flattery — the act of flattering.
- commendation — the act or an instance of commending; praise
- praise — the act of expressing approval or admiration; commendation; laudation.
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