disparage
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/dɪˈspærɪdʒ/
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/dɪˈspærɪdʒ/
To say mean things about someone or something, making them seem less important or valuable.
I don't want to disparage your hard work, but we need to consider other options.
我不想贬低你的努力,但我们需要考虑其他选择。