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disparagement vs disrespect

disrespect vs disparagement

disparagement and disrespect both are nouns.

disparagement is not a verb while disrespect is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
disparagement Yes No No No
disrespect Yes No Yes No
As nouns, disrespect is a hypernym of disparagement; that is, disrespect is a word with a broader meaning than disparagement:
  • disparagement: a communication that belittles somebody or something
  • disrespect: an expression of lack of respect
Other hypernyms of disparagement include discourtesy.
disparagement (noun) disrespect (noun)
the act of speaking contemptuously of a manner that is generally disrespectful and contemptuous
a communication that belittles somebody or something a disrespectful mental attitude
an expression of lack of respect
disparagement (verb) disrespect (verb)
have little or no respect for; hold in contempt
show a lack of respect for
Difference between disparagement and disrespect

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