1. the act of speaking negatively about someone or something; expressing disapproval or disrespect
2. a remark or statement that reduces the worth or reputation of someone or something

Examples

• The coach's disparagement of the team's effort motivated them to play better.
• She took his comments as a disparagement of her work.
• The article contained several disparagements of the politician's record.
• Despite the disparagement from critics, the film became a box office success.
• He resented the disparagement implied in her tone of voice.
• The disparagement of traditional methods has led to new innovations in the field.