DOWNPLAY
(verb)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Downplay.
How to pronounce downplay:
US
Downplay - as a verb
Represent as less significant or important
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
minimise12minimize21understate11Hypernyms (Closely Related)
inform11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Understate the importance or quality of
Example: "He played down his royal ancestry"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
background20play downHypernyms (Closely Related)
accent10accentuate14emphasise16emphasize25punctuate13stress6Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"He tried to downplay his role in the project."
"The government has been accused of downplaying the severity of the crisis."
"She downplayed her accomplishments in order to seem more humble."
"The CEO downplayed the company's financial troubles in his speech."
"The politician attempted to downplay the scandal."
Word Game Points
Is DOWNPLAY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, downplay is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DOWNPLAY has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is DOWNPLAY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, downplay is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDOWNPLAY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.
Is DOWNPLAY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, downplay is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDOWNPLAY has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.
