Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Downplaying.
Downplaying - 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)
Downplaying - as a noun
The act by which something is downplayed, or made to seem less important.
Example Sentences
"She gave a downplaying answer to the question."
"His downplaying attitude towards the incident shocked everyone."
"The downplaying remarks made by the politician raised eyebrows."
"The downplaying statements by the company's CEO caused concern among investors."
"Her downplaying tone indicated her lack of seriousness about the issue."
Word Game Points
Is DOWNPLAYING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, downplaying is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DOWNPLAYING has a SCRABBLE points total of 21.
Is DOWNPLAYING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, downplaying is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDOWNPLAYING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 25.
Is DOWNPLAYING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, downplaying is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDOWNPLAYING has a WORDFEUD points total of 23.
