Didparage
/dɪdˈpærɪdʒ/noun
To reduce the value or status of something or someone; to belittle.
Did you know?In medieval times, 'didparage' was often associated with curses meant to diminish someone's social standing, revealing the power of words to harm or uplift.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
paragō
“to set aside, to set forth, to rank”
Old French
Old French
deparagier
“to lower in rank or status”
Middle English
Middle English
didparagen
“to reduce in dignity or honor”
Modern English
English
didparage
“to belittle; to diminish in esteem or worth”