slightingly
/'slaitiɳli/
Definition
Adverb: In a manner that shows disrespect, scorn, or a lack of consideration; disparagingly.
Usage
The adverb "slightingly" is used to describe how an action, especially speaking or writing, is performed. It indicates that the action is done in a way that belittles, insults, or shows contempt for someone or something. It is a formal word.
Examples
- The critic spoke slightingly of the artist's early work, calling it amateurish.
- He mentioned his opponent's achievements only slightingly, focusing instead on minor failures.
- In her memoir, she never refers slightingly to her colleagues.
Advanced Usage
- To speak slightingly of someone/something: This is a common collocation meaning to talk about someone or something in a disrespectful or dismissive way.
- It is unprofessional to speak slightingly of former employers in an interview.
Variants and Related Words
- Slight (verb): To treat someone as unimportant; to insult by ignoring or showing a lack of respect.
- He felt slighted when he wasn't invited to the meeting.
- Slight (adjective): Small in degree; inconsiderable.
- There is a slight chance of rain. (Note: This common adjective is unrelated to the meaning of disrespect.)
- Slighting (adjective): Disparaging; disrespectful.
- She made a slighting remark about his taste in music.
Synonyms
- Disparagingly
- Contemptuously
- Scornfully
- Disdainfully
- Derisively
- Pejoratively
Antonyms
- Respectfully
- Admiringly
- Complimentarily
- Praisefully
Adverb
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in a disparaging manner
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these mythological figures are described disparagingly as belonging `only to a story'
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