Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
misprize
Verb
/ˈmɪsˌpraɪz/
Definition
To regard (something) as less valuable or important than it actually is.
Examples
- She misprized his contributions to the project, failing to recognize their importance.
- Many people misprize the value of education in today’s world.
- It’s easy to misprize someone’s efforts when you’re not aware of their challenges.
Meaning
Misprize refers to the mistaken assessment of worth or significance, often leading to undervaluation.
Synonyms
- Underrate
- Belittle
- Disparage
- Devalue
