SLIGHTINGLY

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adverb) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

In a disparaging manner

Example:

these mythological figures are described disparagingly as belonging 'only to a story'

Synonyms:

disparagingly; slightingly

Classified under:

Adverbs

Pertainym:

slighting (tending to diminish or disparage)

Credits