Both Uses of
disparage
in
Fast Food Nation
- "Mexington" — as it is now called, affectionately by some, disparagingly by others — is an entirely new kind of American town, one that has been transfigured to meet the needs of a modern slaughterhouse.†
p. 165.3 *disparagingly = with criticism or in a manner that makes something seem less important
- Oprah Winfrey, among others, has been sued for making disparaging remarks about food.†
p. 266.9disparaging = criticizing or making seem less important
Definition:
to criticize or make seem less important -- especially in a disrespectful or contemptuous manner