disparagingly

Definition of Disparagingly in English :

1. disparagingly, slightingly

in a disparaging manner

Example Sentences:
'these mythological figures are described disparagingly as belonging only to a story''

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.

Disparagingly

verb (transitive)

1.

to speak contemptuously of; belittle

2.

to damage the reputation of

verb transitiveWord forms: disˈparaged or disˈparaging

1.

to lower in esteem; discredit

2.

to speak slightingly of; show disrespect for; belittle

tr.v. dis·par·aged, dis·par·ag·ing, dis·par·ag·es

1. To speak of in a slighting or disrespectful way.

2. To reduce in esteem or rank.