disparaging
Adjective: 1. Expressing a low opinion; belittling or derogatory: Used to describe language, remarks, or attitudes that show a lack of respect and are intended to criticize or diminish the value or reputation of someone or something.
The adjective "disparaging" is used to qualify nouns that represent expressions, such as comments, remarks, statements, or tones. It describes speech or writing that is critical in a scornful or disrespectful way. - It typically precedes the noun it modifies (e.g., disparaging comment). - It can follow a linking verb like "be" or "sound" (e.g., His tone was disparaging).
- She made several disparaging remarks about her opponent's qualifications during the debate.
- I found his disparaging comments about modern art to be uninformed and unfair.
- The article was criticized for its disparaging portrayal of the local community.
- Please avoid using disparaging language when discussing your colleagues.
- "disparaging of": This prepositional phrase is used to specify the target of the scornful criticism.
- He was openly disparaging of the management's new strategy.
- "in a disparaging way/manner/tone": This adverbial phrase describes how something is said or done.
- She spoke about the project in a disparaging tone, which discouraged the team.
- Disparage (verb): To speak about someone or something in a way that shows strong criticism and a lack of respect.
- He never missed an opportunity to disparage his rival's work.
- Disparagement (noun): The act of making disparaging remarks; criticism or scorn.
- Constant disparagement from her supervisor led her to resign.
- Disparagingly (adverb): In a disparaging manner.
- He spoke disparagingly of their efforts.
- Derogatory: Intended to show disrespect and a lack of approval.
- Pejorative: Expressing disapproval or criticism.
- Deprecatory: Expressing disapproval; often suggesting mild criticism or apology.
- Contemptuous: Showing deep hatred or disapproval; scornful.
- Belittling: Making someone or something seem less impressive or important.
- Complimentary: Expressing praise or admiration.
- Flattering: Full of praise and compliments.
- Appreciative: Showing gratitude or pleasure.
- Respectful: Showing deference and esteem.
While "disparaging" itself is not commonly the core of idioms, it is frequently used in formal and critical contexts to describe the nature of speech within common phrases. - To cast aspersions on: To make critical or disparaging remarks about someone's character or integrity. (This idiom is synonymous in meaning with making disparaging remarks). - The journalist was accused of casting aspersions on the mayor's reputation without evidence.
- expressive of low opinion
- derogatory comments
- disparaging remarks about the new house