depreciating

"My sister is painting her bedroom walls a cheerful yellow. "

"My friend told me there was something in the box, but I didn't know what it was yet. "

"His older brother tried to belittle his accomplishments by saying anyone could win a spelling bee. "

"The builders estimated the cost of the new roof to be around $5,000, based on the size and materials needed. "

"I encouraged him during his race."

"The disparage in their marriage was evident in the unequal division of household tasks. "

"I already have a son, so I would like to have a daughter."

"The dollar has declined rapidly since 2001."

"The child's childish tantrum in the supermarket was embarrassing for his parents. "

"Fred degrades himself by his behaviour."

"Failing the test discouraged her from studying hard. "

"He deprecates any praise of his own merits."