Diss
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /dɪs/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Diss is a verb meaning Ampelodesmos mauritanicus syn. Ampelodesmos tenax, a reedy grass used for cordage.
Meaning
Ampelodesmos mauritanicus syn. Ampelodesmos tenax, a reedy grass used for cordage.
More Meanings
- (slang) To put (someone) down, or show disrespect by the use of insulting language or dismissive behaviour.
- (slang) An insult or put-down; an expression of disrespect.
- (slang) Dissertation.
Example Sentences
I've been wondering what happens if I fail my diss. I know i'm allowed to fail 60 credits but I don't think that includes the diss.
When a journalistic rival tries to "dis" you And to prejudice you in the public's eyes. Don't stigmatise his charges as a "tissue Of palpable, unmitigated lies."
Word Forms
- disses
- dissing
- dissed
- dis
Synonyms for diss
Depending on context, synonyms include send, badmouth, denigrate, assassinate, asperse, backbite.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include dissolved, sids, abs, cat, cis, eba.
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