DISESTEEM (2)

Dis′es‐teem″, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Disesteemed (?); p. pr. & vb. n. Disesteeming.] 1. 1. To feel an absence of esteem for; to regard with disfavor or slight contempt; to slight.
But if this sacred gift you disesteem. Denham. Qualities which society does not disesteem. Ld. Lytton. 2. 2. To deprive of esteem; to bring into disrepute; to cause to be regarded with disfavor.
What fables have you vexed, what truth redeemed, Antiquities searched, opinions disesteemed? B. Jonson.