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disparage

/dɪsˈpæɹɪd͡ʒ/
noun
  1. Inequality in marriage; marriage with an inferior.

verb
  1. To match unequally; to degrade or dishonor.

  2. To dishonor by a comparison with what is inferior; to lower in rank or estimation by actions or words; to speak slightingly of; to depreciate; to undervalue.

  3. To ridicule, mock, discredit.

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