disparagement
(noun)
noun
1. a communication that belittles somebody or something
Similar word(s): depreciation, derogation
Definition categories: communication, discourtesy, disrespect
2. the act of speaking contemptuously of
Similar word(s): dispraise
Definition categories: act, disapproval
Sentences with disparagement as a noun:
- His disparagement of his opponent failed to dissuade voters.