dissing 1 of 2

noun

Definition of dissingnext
as in disparagement

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dissing

2 of 2

verb

present participle of dis, slang
1
as in disrespecting
to show contempt for don't you go dissing somebody just because you've got a few more dollars than they do

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2
as in dismissing
to express scornfully one's low opinion of a DJ who has dissed every album that artist has put out

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3
as in insulting
to cause hurt feelings or deep resentment in are you dissing me?

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4
as in criticizing
to express one's unfavorable opinion of the worth or quality of don't dis my idea until you come up with a better one

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dissing
  1. dismissing
  2. criticizing
  3. criticism
  4. minimizing
  5. diminishing
  6. denouncing
  7. condemnation
  8. condemning
Verb
  • Top Stories Just before Christmas, Biden egregiously commuted the sentences of 37 out of 40 death row inmates, dismissing years of careful work by prosecutors, judges, and juries.
    — The Editors, National Review, 6 Jan. 2025
  • The company stuck to its core DVD rental model while dismissing opportunities to innovate on the periphery.
    — ByMargie Warrell, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Definition of dismissing
Verb
  • Finally, Assad’s fall has fueled domestic discontent among loyalists to the regime in Tehran, with some calling the loss a strategic blunder and openly criticizing the government on state television.
    — Hamidreza Azizi, Foreign Affairs, 23 Dec. 2024
  • While most have become accustomed and perhaps even oblivious to McGregor’s online rants, openly criticizing a business partner is a little dicey.
    — Brian Mazique, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of criticizing
Noun
  • The emotional stories linked with characters portrayed as cold-blooded killers trained by terrorists have left the film amid wide criticism over its intentions.
    — Sweta Kaushal, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
  • Many of the artists now topping the charts have come under fierce criticism because their lyrics often paint cartel leaders as Robin Hood-esque figures.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2025
Definition of criticism
Verb
  • This approach ensures a steady cash flow by minimizing overdue payments and reduces the risk of bad debt through proactive monitoring and segmentation.
    — Ashish Srimal, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
  • Connected infusion pumps can adjust medication dosages automatically based on patient vitals, minimizing errors.
    — Rahul Saluja, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
Definition of minimizing
Verb
  • However, as the FOMC has cut interest rates since last summer, that risk though material today, is diminishing.
    — Simon Moore, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
  • The party came to end with a first-round loss at Notre Dame – IU’s other defeat was against another CFP semifinalist in Ohio State — but there is no diminishing what the Hoosiers accomplished this season.
    — Tom Layberger, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Definition of diminishing
Verb
  • The governor questioned the project’s future but stopped short of denouncing the possible use of eminent domain to advance the MPRP.
    — Gary Collins, Baltimore Sun, 20 Dec. 2024
  • Among those denouncing the deportations was Gandy Thomas, Haiti’s permanent representative of the Organization of American states, an international body that promotes democracy and defends human rights.
    — Leonard Greene, New York Daily News, 15 Dec. 2024
Definition of denouncing
Noun
  • The rock legend's public condemnation of Trump is not new.
    — Jason D. Greenblatt, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Apr. 2025
  • His condemnation was echoed by former CIA, National Security Council and FBI counterterrorism leader Phil Mudd and retired four star Army General Brian McCaffrey.
    — Rick Pozniak, Boston Herald, 1 Apr. 2025
Definition of condemnation
Verb
  • The statement sparked outrage with GOP lawmakers, who slammed Allstate for not explicitly condemning terrorism.
    — Jackson Walker, Baltimore Sun, 3 Jan. 2025
  • Back at the office, Helly receives news of her resignation request - her outie denied it, condemning her to a lifetime of work.
    — Dan Perry, Newsweek, 2 Jan. 2025
Definition of condemning
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“Dissing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dissing. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.

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