Answer: vilipend

AnswerCrossword Clue
VILIPENDBelittle.
VILIPENDSpeak slightingly of
vilipendto defame, also VILIFY
vilipendRegard as worthless or of little value; despise
vilipendto regard or treat as of little value or account.
vilipendSpeak slightingly or abusively of; vilify