as in to dismiss
to express scornfully one's low opinion of
theater critics have been denigrating her acting ability for years
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Recent Examples of denigrate
But unlike men who exploited humoral theory and biblical myths to denigrate women’s bodies and minds, Hildegard valorized the contribution of female difference to nature’s grand scheme.
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Literary Hub, 18 Mar. 2026
At a time when Black American culture is being reviled and denigrated throughout much of public life, this unapologetic expression of joy in outdoor winter activities is an enduring tribute to the resilience of people whose pursuit of happiness will not be denied.
—James Edward Mills, Outside, 15 Mar. 2026
In recent years, the regime has also sought, successfully, to use online smear campaigns to divide and denigrate the Iranian opposition.
—Anne Applebaum, The Atlantic, 28 Feb. 2026
By denigrating those who protest.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 17 Feb. 2026
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Literary Hub, 18 Mar. 2026
At a time when Black American culture is being reviled and denigrated throughout much of public life, this unapologetic expression of joy in outdoor winter activities is an enduring tribute to the resilience of people whose pursuit of happiness will not be denied.
—James Edward Mills, Outside, 15 Mar. 2026
In recent years, the regime has also sought, successfully, to use online smear campaigns to divide and denigrate the Iranian opposition.
—Anne Applebaum, The Atlantic, 28 Feb. 2026
By denigrating those who protest.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 17 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for denigrate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for denigrate
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Federal Court Justice James Stellios ruled in dismissing the appeal that no jurisdiction error was made in 2024 by then Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus in ordering Duggan's extradition.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Maasdorp called for a pivot toward investment, capital mobilization, and regional integration, saying BII was looking to forge partnerships that de-risk investment in markets long dismissed as too volatile.—
Adrian Elimian,
semafor.com,
16 Apr. 2026
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Implosion was selected as the safest and most efficient method to maintain the project timeline while minimizing disruption and ensuring the safety of the Brickell Key community.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Apr. 2026
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They’re even outfitted with antimicrobial technology to help minimize odors, so the shoes remain fresh.—
Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
12 Apr. 2026
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Quiet Maryam and mercurial Farhan—eight years apart—had often squabbled, gone through periods of not talking, but without her sister as a foil, Maryam was diminished.—
Danielle Parker,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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The result, of course, is that both nations are diminished.—
Tom Zirpoli,
Baltimore Sun,
14 Apr. 2026
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His fall was celebrated on Sunday by both Democrats and Republicans, some of whom criticized their own administration for such overt support for the Hungarian leader.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 Apr. 2026
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Leo's recent public comments on social media criticizing the war, have even led some to speculate whether the president actually threatened him.—
Terry Collins,
USA Today,
12 Apr. 2026
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Trump has disparaged the United States’ NATO allies for their reluctance to join the war.—
Jill Lawless,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Apr. 2026
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Trump has disparaged the United States' NATO allies for their reluctance to join the war.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2026
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“Denigrate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/denigrate. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.
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