BELITTLE

/bɨˈlɪt.əl/ ► audio Scrabble 10 Words With Friends 13

Scrabble letter values: B3E1L1I1T1T1L1E1 = 10

Definition

  1. verb cause to seem less serious. — synonyms: minimize, denigrate, derogate
  2. verb express a negative opinion of. — synonyms: disparage, pick_at
  3. verb lessen the authority, dignity, or reputation of. — synonyms: diminish

Examples

  • “play down”
  • “Don't belittle his influence”
  • “She disparaged her student's efforts”

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