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DISPRAISE Synonyms

There are 10 synonyms of the word dispraise. (exact relations)
There is 1 hypernym of the word dispraise. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for DISPRAISE

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belittle
verbv
verb

• cause to seem less serious; play down

• express a negative opinion of

• lessen the authority, dignity, or reputation of

censure
verb, nounv, n
noun

• harsh criticism or disapproval

• the state of being excommunicated

verb

• rebuke formally

condemn
verbv
verb

• express strong disapproval of

• declare or judge unfit for use or habitation

• compel or force into a particular state or activity

• demonstrate the guilt of (someone)

• pronounce a sentence on (somebody) in a court of law

• appropriate (property) for public use

criticize
verbv
verb

• find fault with; express criticism of; point out real or perceived flaws

• act as a critic

denigrate
verbv
verb

• cause to seem less serious; play down

• charge falsely or with malicious intent; attack the good name and reputation of someone

derogate
verbv
verb

• cause to seem less serious; play down

rebuke
verb, nounv, n
noun

• an act or expression of criticism and censure

verb

• censure severely or angrily

reproach
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a mild rebuke or criticism

• disgrace or shame

verb

• express criticism towards

vilify
verbv
verb

• spread negative information about

disparagement
nounn
noun

• a communication that belittles somebody or something

• the act of speaking contemptuously of

Best Hypernyms For DISPRAISE

Here is a list of related hypernyms for dispraise, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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disapproval

Alternatives for BELITTLE

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