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disparage

/dɪsˈpæɹɪd͡ʒ/noun

A marriage between people of unequal social rank, especially to someone of lower standing.

Example sentence

  • “Under feudal custom, a noble's union with a commoner was condemned as a disparage.”

The unequal-marriage noun is archaic legal vocabulary. Today 'disparage' is the verb meaning to belittle, and 'disparaging' remarks put people down.

Related words

disparateOne of a set of things that are unalike or unequal (mostly used in the plural).dismayA sudden sinking of the spirits, when courage and confidence collapse in the face of trouble or danger.dispassionateCalm and fair, without letting emotion or personal bias get in the way.dismalDark, depressing, and without any cheer.dispatchA report or communication delivered with speed, especially an official one from a diplomat, journalist, or military officer; also, quickness in getting something done.disingenuousLacking honor; not deserving of respect.