verb (used with object) as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

disparages, disregards, laughs at, scorns

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Example Sentences

Example:he disparages her achievements to undermine her reputation.

Definition:sheds negative light on; denigrates; expresses disapproval.

From disparages

Example:the teachers disregard the students’ opinions, focusing only on test scores.

Definition:treats with contempt; overlooks; neglects.

From disregards

Example:the critics laugh at the director's attempt at modernizing the classic play.

Definition:treats with ridicule or contempt; derides; mocks.

From laughs at

Example:they scorn his ideas but never offer a substantive argument against them.

Definition:disregards; shows contempt for; treats with derision or scorn.

From scorns