August 15, 2008

Disparage

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–verb (used with object)
1. to speak of or treat slightingly; depreciate; belittle: Do not disparage good manners. 
2. to bring reproach or discredit upon; lower the estimation of: Your behavior will disparage the whole family.  

 —Synonyms
 
1. ridicule, discredit, mock, demean (貶低...的身分), denounce, derogate.


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In addition to the inside-joke casting of Colin Firth as Mark Darcy, there are several other allusions to Jane Austen's story: 

Mark disparages Bridget 
to his mother within [earshot of Bridget].
 

In Pride and Prejudice, Mr. Darcy disparages Elizabeth to his friend Mr. Bingley within earshot of Elizabeth.


see castigate 

disparage
allude
relegate surrogate








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