Misprize

/mɪsˈpɹʌɪz/

Synonyms for "misprize" (49 found)

Ranked by relevance and common usage.

Closest matches (10)

be abovebe contemptuous ofbelittlecare nothing forcontemndeprecatedepreciatederidedespisedisdain

Strong matches (15)

disparagedisprizedump onfeel contempt forfeel superior toflouthold beneath onehold cheaphold in contemptinsultlooklook down uponmake light ofmake little ofmake nothing of

Related words (24)

minimizemisestimateput downrank lowridiculescornsell shortset at naughtset little byshrug offsneersneer atsneeze atsniff atsnortsnort atthink little ofthink nothing oftrivializeunderestimate
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Choosing the right synonym

  • Closest matches in this entry: be above, be contemptuous of, belittle, care nothing for, contemn.
  • Sentence evidence is available for misprize, so synonym choice can be checked against real usage rather than a flat word list.
  • Ranking signals come from moby, derived_reverse.

Synonym selection checklist

  • Match the part of speech before comparing meanings.
  • Check whether the synonym changes intensity, formality, or emotional tone.
  • Read the replacement inside the full sentence, not just beside "misprize".
  • Prefer the clearest word over the most unusual word when writing for speed or comprehension.

When not to replace "misprize"

Keep "misprize" when the sentence already sounds natural, when a synonym would add unintended emphasis, or when readers need the most familiar wording. A synonym should clarify or sharpen the message, not simply make the sentence look more varied.

If two options seem close, choose the one that best matches the audience and purpose of the sentence.

Replacement workflow

1. Preserve meaning

Choose a synonym only if it keeps the core idea of "misprize" intact in the sentence you are editing.

2. Tune tone

Check whether the replacement sounds more formal, casual, emotional, technical, or forceful than the original word.

3. Re-read context

Read the full sentence after the swap. Keep the synonym only when the sentence becomes clearer or more precise.

Review note: Synonym lists are ranked with lexical data and reviewed for practical writing value. Use the comparison notes, sentence evidence, and source labels together; a high-ranking synonym can still be wrong when the audience, register, or grammar changes.

Final fit check

After choosing a replacement for "misprize", read the sentence once for meaning and once for rhythm. The best synonym should feel natural in the full sentence, not only accurate in a word list.

If the synonym makes the sentence slower, vaguer, or more dramatic than intended, keep "misprize" or choose a simpler alternative from the closest-match group.

Sample sentences

2 total sentences available.

Tatoeba + Wiktionary

Nature neuer fram'd a womans heart, Of prowder stuffe then that of Beatrice: Disdaine and Scorne ride sparkling in her eyes, Mis-prizing what they looke on […]

Source: wiktionary

He ment to make them know their follies prise, Had not those two him instantly desired T'asswage his wrath, and pardon their mesprise […].

Source: wiktionary

Common questions

What are the closest synonyms for "misprize"?

Closest matches include be above, be contemptuous of, belittle, care nothing for, contemn.

How should I check whether a synonym fits "misprize"?

Compare the replacement against real sentence context. This entry includes sample sentences so you can check tone, grammar, and meaning before swapping words.

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