disparage

Definition

Inequality in marriage; marriage with an inferior.

Etymology

From Middle English disparage (noun), disparagen (verb), from Old French desparage (noun), desparagier (verb), from des- (“dis-”) + parage (“equal rank, rank”).

Example Sentences

• "But, for his meane degree might not aspire / To match so high, her friends with counsell sage / Dissuaded her from such a disparage […]"