belittle
(verb)
verb
1. cause to seem less serious; play down
- Don't belittle his influence
Similar word(s): denigrate, derogate, minimize
Definition categories: communication, belittle, disparage
2. express a negative opinion of
Similar word(s): disparage
Definition categories: communication, criticise, criticize, knock
3. lessen the authority, dignity, or reputation of
- don't belittle your colleagues
Similar word(s): diminish