DENIGRATE
Scrabble letter values: D2E1N1I1G2R1A1T1E1 = 11
Definition
- verb cause to seem less serious. — synonyms: minimize, belittle, derogate
- verb charge falsely or with malicious intent. — synonyms: defame, slander, smirch, asperse, calumniate, smear, sully, besmirch
Examples
- “play down”
- “Don't belittle his influence”
- “attack the good name and reputation of someone”