verb as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

minimize, deemphasize, diminish

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Example Sentences

Example:He minimizes the importance of the document by trivializing it in his notes.

Definition:to diminish in importance, consideration, or manifestation.

From minimize

Example:The author deemphasizes the document's importance by writing a small and unnoticeable note next to it.

Definition:to make something appear less important or significant.

From deemphasize

Example:The journal editor diminishes the document's significance by burying it in the middle of the publication.

Definition:to make something appear less important or significant.

From diminish