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To make someone or something seem less valuable or important.
verb
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belittle
A fair review can identify weaknesses without trying to belittle the author.
Dictionary practice example.
At an imaginary design studio, Cam tried to ingratiate himself with the new team leader by praising every suggestion she made. He began to belittle a colleague's alternative sketches, calling them little doodles even when they addressed a real design problem.
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