Definition

A person who speaks negatively about someone or something, often to belittle or criticize them.

Example

He was known as a disparager, always finding faults in others' work.

Conversation

I can't stand how some people act like disparagers online.

I know what you mean; it's so negative and unhelpful.

Yeah, it really brings down the mood of the whole conversation.

Exactly! We should focus on building each other up instead.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Disparager → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart) and "par" (from Latin "parare", meaning to prepare or make equal). The word "disparager" means to speak of someone or something in a way that makes them seem less worthy or equal, effectively putting them apart from others.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who makes another feel 'less equal' ('par') by speaking 'apart' ('dis-') from them — that's what disparager means.

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