as in to dismiss
to express scornfully one's low opinion of
theater critics have been denigrating her acting ability for years
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Recent Examples of denigrate
Absolutely nobody is denigrating the heroic efforts of U.S. servicemen/women and civilians in securing the victory.
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Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 8 May 2025
Be careful not to denigrate their response, because this makes the situation worse.
—Ryan Lahti, Forbes.com, 7 May 2025
Social media accounts that target and denigrate high-profile Twitch streamers (who are often women or people of color) were once relegated to the more obscure corners of the internet; now they’re pushed to the top of the X algorithm.
—Alyssa Mercante, Rolling Stone, 25 Apr. 2025
Recommending most investors just own an S & P 500 index fund — and suggesting individual stocks are too risky for most people — comes across as denigrating your abilities.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 27 Apr. 2025
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Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 8 May 2025
Be careful not to denigrate their response, because this makes the situation worse.
—Ryan Lahti, Forbes.com, 7 May 2025
Social media accounts that target and denigrate high-profile Twitch streamers (who are often women or people of color) were once relegated to the more obscure corners of the internet; now they’re pushed to the top of the X algorithm.
—Alyssa Mercante, Rolling Stone, 25 Apr. 2025
Recommending most investors just own an S & P 500 index fund — and suggesting individual stocks are too risky for most people — comes across as denigrating your abilities.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 27 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for denigrate
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The charges were dismissed because West’s cause of death was not determined, and some evidence had been illegally obtained. (Netflix) Lewis was convicted of six counts of mail fraud in a 1981 credit card scheme in Kansas City.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
25 May 2025
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Once dismissed as the lighter, simpler cousin to Champagne, Prosecco has carved out its own place in the wine world, thanks to its food-friendly style, range of expressions, and growing regional protections.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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While not always the case, most stairwells are located in the center of a building, away from windows and exterior walls, which can help minimize damage from weather events.—
Maddie Topliff,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 June 2025
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Here are recommendations for maintaining safety during a thunderstorm: To minimize risk of being struck by lightning, when going outside, have a plan to get to a safer place.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
1 June 2025
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But missing those goals doesn’t diminish the importance of potentially revising the target, for which the Paris Agreement includes a review mechanism, Stokes said.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
21 May 2025
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Keep clear of puddles - Driving through puddles or low rainwater areas can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
21 May 2025
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In the Verizon and T-Mobile deals, the FCC only approved the transaction after each company agreed to end DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) policies criticized by FCC Chairman Brendan Carr.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
22 May 2025
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Among those who criticized Levi's comments was Tony award-winning Broadway star Norbert Leo Butz, who slammed the actor for using Creel's death to promote an anti-vax agenda.—
Mekishana Pierre Published,
EW.com,
22 May 2025
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Mama Joyce accused Tucker of being unable to care for Burruss financially and disparaged his mother.—
Dominique Fluker,
Essence,
26 May 2025
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The policy notes that invocations should be solemn, inclusive and should avoid disparaging different religious or non-religious beliefs.—
Nora O’Neill,
Charlotte Observer,
22 May 2025
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“Denigrate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/denigrate. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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