Belittle

verb
bɪ'lɪtəl

Verb

  • cause to seem less serious; play down

    “Don't belittle his influence”

    Similar:DenigrateDerogateMinimize
    Type of:Disparage

  • lessen the authority, dignity, or reputation of

    “don't belittle your colleagues”

    Similar:Diminish
    Type of:MinifyLessenDecrease

  • express a negative opinion of

    Similar:Disparage
    Type of:KnockCriticiseCriticize

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