BELITTLE
(verb)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Belittle.
How to pronounce belittle:
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Belittle - as a verb
Cause to seem less serious; play down
Example: "Don't belittle his influence"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
denigrate11derogate10minimize21Hypernyms (Closely Related)
belittle10disparage13pick atHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Express a negative opinion of
Example: "She disparaged her student's efforts"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
disparage13pick atHypernyms (Closely Related)
criticise13criticize22knock15pick apartHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Lessen the authority, dignity, or reputation of
Example: "Don't belittle your colleagues"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
diminish14Example Sentences
"He tends to belittle others to make himself feel superior."
"She constantly belittles her colleagues' achievements."
"It's not fair to belittle someone just because they have different opinions."
"Parents should never belittle their children's dreams."
"The coach used to belittle his players in front of the whole team."
Word Game Points
Is BELITTLE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, belittle is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
BELITTLE has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is BELITTLE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, belittle is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordBELITTLE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is BELITTLE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, belittle is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordBELITTLE has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
