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Synonyms for Disparagingly

Definition:

Disparagingly (adverb) - in a way that suggests disapproval or criticism; expressing negative or derogatory remarks about someone or something.

Synonyms:

1. Derisively: She laughed derisively at his feeble attempt to tell a joke.
2. Sardonically: The professor sardonically commented on the student's lack of preparation.
3. Contemptuously: The boss looked at her contemptuously after her mistake.
4. Mockingly: The kids mockingly imitated the teacher's manner of speaking.
5. Insultingly: He spoke to her insultingly, making derogatory remarks about her appearance.

Sample Sentences:

• The journalist wrote disparagingly about the politician, highlighting his alleged corruption.
• She glanced disparagingly at her messy apartment, realizing she needed to clean it up.
• His coworkers looked at him disparagingly when he arrived late to the meeting again.
• The comedian made a disparagingly funny remark about the celebrity's latest movie.
• The review of the book was written disparagingly, suggesting it was cliché and unoriginal.

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