Definitions and Examples of demonize, vilify, disparage
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Portraying someone or something as evil, dangerous, or threatening.
Example
The media often demonizes politicians who hold opposing views.
Making malicious and abusive statements about someone or something.
Example
The tabloids often vilify celebrities for their personal lives.
Belittling or criticizing someone or something; speaking negatively about them.
Example
She always disparages her colleagues behind their backs.
Key Differences: demonize vs vilify vs disparage
- 1Demonize implies portraying someone or something as evil or dangerous.
- 2Vilify implies making malicious and abusive statements about someone or something.
- 3Disparage implies belittling or criticizing someone or something.
Effective Usage of demonize, vilify, disparage
- 1Avoid Negative Language: Use iconize instead of demonize, vilify, or disparage to avoid negative language.
- 2Promote Positive Communication: Use iconize to promote positive communication and highlight admirable qualities.
- 3Encourage Respectful Dialogue: Incorporate antonyms in conversations to encourage respectful dialogue and avoid personal attacks.
Remember this!
The antonyms of iconize have negative connotations and imply the opposite of glorification. Use demonize to portray someone or something as evil, vilify to make malicious statements, and disparage to criticize or belittle. To promote positive communication, use iconize instead of these antonyms and encourage respectful dialogue.
