The `i’ in the first syllable and the `a’ in the final syllable are like the `i’ in `his’, `miss’, and `fish’; the following `a’ is like the `a’ in `act’, `pact’, and `fact’. The final `ge’ is like the `j’ in `jam’, `juice’, and `jute’. The main stress is on the second syllable.
When you `disparage’ someone, you ridicule him; you speak of the individual in a manner that makes it plain to the listener that you don’t think very highly of him. The word is mostly used in formal contexts.
* I would like to submit my resignation now. I have no wish to be disparaged by the Board. * Please refrain from making disparaging comments about my favourite teacher.
Source: The Hindu ‘Know Your English’ Series, November 14, 2005.
When you `disparage’ someone, you ridicule him; you speak of the individual in a manner that makes it plain to the listener that you don’t think very highly of him. The word is mostly used in formal contexts.
* I would like to submit my resignation now. I have no wish to be disparaged by the Board. * Please refrain from making disparaging comments about my favourite teacher.
Source: The Hindu ‘Know Your English’ Series, November 14, 2005.
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