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belittle - Meaning in Kannada

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IPA: bɪlɪtəlKannada: ಬಿಲಿಟಲ

belittle - Meaning in Kannada

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belittle Word Forms & Inflections

belittled (verb past tense)
belittling (verb present participle)
belittles (verb present tense)

Definitions and Meaning of belittle in English

belittle verb

  1. lessen the authority, dignity, or reputation of

    Synonyms

    diminish

    Example

    • "don't belittle your colleagues"
  2. express a negative opinion of

    Synonyms

    disparage, pick at

    Example

    • "She disparaged her student's efforts"
  3. cause to seem less serious; play down

    Synonyms

    denigrate, derogate, minimize

    Example

    • "Don't belittle his influence"

Synonyms of belittle

Description

Minimisation or minimization is a type of deception involving denial coupled with rationalisation/rationalization in situations where complete denial is implausible. It is the opposite of exaggeration. Minimisation, or downplaying the significance of an event or emotion, is a common strategy in dealing with feelings of guilt. Words associated with minimisation include:

Also see "Minimisation (psychology)" on Wikipedia

More matches for belittle

noun 

belittle doubtಸಣ್ಣ ಅನುಮಾನ

What is belittle meaning in Kannada?

The word or phrase belittle refers to lessen the authority, dignity, or reputation of, or express a negative opinion of, or cause to seem less serious; play down. See belittle meaning in Kannada, belittle definition, translation and meaning of belittle in Kannada. Find belittle similar words, belittle synonyms. Learn and practice the pronunciation of belittle. Find the answer of what is the meaning of belittle in Kannada.

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