Disparages
/dɪˈspærɪdʒɪz/
Definitions
- (v.) Third-person singular present tense of disparage, meaning to speak damagingly of someone's character or reputation.
He disparages the witness's credibility during the trial.
Forms
- disparage
- disparaged
- disparaging
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Commentary
In legal contexts, disparage often relates to statements that may harm reputation, relevant to defamation law; use precise language to distinguish from defamatory remarks.
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