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Disparagement is when someone says something bad or untrue about another person, thing, or business. It can be comparing something unfavorably to something else, saying mean things about someone's reputation, or spreading lies that hurt someone's business. Disparagement can cause harm and even financial loss. It can also mean treating someone with disrespect or making them feel ashamed. In the past, disparagement was also used to describe when someone of high social status married someone of lower social status.
Definition: Disparagement refers to the act of belittling or criticizing someone or something unfairly or untruthfully. It can also refer to a false and damaging statement that harms the reputation of a person, product, or business.
These examples illustrate how disparagement can take many forms, from personal attacks to false statements that harm a business's reputation. In each case, the goal is to undermine or damage the target's reputation or credibility.