Definition: lessen the authority, dignity, or reputation of
Usage: don't belittle your colleagues
Synonyms: belittle, pick at, disparage
Definition: express a negative opinion of
Usage: She disparaged her student's efforts
Similar words: criticise, criticize, pick apart, knock
Definition: find fault with; express criticism of; point out real or perceived flaws
Usage: The paper criticized the new movie; Don't knock the food--it's free
Synonyms: denigrate, derogate, belittle, minimize
Definition: cause to seem less serious; play down
Usage: Don't belittle his influence
Similar words: belittle, pick at, disparage
Definition: express a negative opinion of
Usage: She disparaged her student's efforts