Synonyms for

Belittle

Verb / bɪˈlɪtʌl / Another word for belittle — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To make someone or something seem unimportant or not valuable.

Synonyms & similar words

flatter pickat minimize derogate diminish disparage denigrate depreciate diminish disparage minimize underestimate downplay deride ridicule mock scorn insult degrade defame slander vilify abase devalue lower cheapen demean

Example sentences

  1. He always tries to belittle his classmates to make himself feel better.
  2. Don't belittle your sister's artwork. She worked hard on it.
  3. The coach should never belittle the players, but instead encourage them.
  4. She didn't want to belittle his efforts to help, but she knew he wasn't doing it right.
  5. The boss belittled her work in front of everyone, but she didn't let it get to her.

Quotes

  • Do not belittle what you have accomplished. It is no small thing to hold your own in this universe.
  • Belittle no one, for the lack of understanding that you display now is the same lack of understanding that they will display towards you at a later time.
  • The art of conversation is not only to say the right thing at the right place but to leave unsaid the wrong thing at the tempting moment.

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