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disparage Definition

dis·par·age (di spar′ij)

transitive verb disparaged -·aged, disparaging -·ag·ing

  1. to lower in esteem; discredit
  2. to speak slightingly of; show disrespect for; belittle

Etymology: ME disparagen < OFr desparagier, to marry one of inferior rank < des- (see dis-) + parage, rank < per, peer

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disparage Synonyms

disparage

v.

depreciate, deprecate, discredit, defame; see censure, depreciate 2. See syn. study at depreciate.

disparage Law Definition

v

To make an untrue statement that harms the reputation of another’s business or product.
disparage Usage Examples

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  • not: You may not disparage Corel or any of its products in your use of Corel product screen shots.