The Open Dictionary

disparagement

noun

UK/dɪˈspær.ɪdʒ.mənt/
US/dɪˈsper.ɪdʒ.mənt/

Definitions of disparagement noun

  1. Uncountable

    The act of speaking about someone or something in a way that shows you do not respect or value them; the expression of a low opinion.

    • Despite the media's disparagement of the candidate, he still won the election.

    • She refused to accept any disparagement of her career.

    • This act of public disparagement damaged the company's reputation.