Definition of Belittle

to speak of something or someone in unflattering terms

Examples of Belittle in a sentence

Even though John’s project was awful, I did not want to belittle his efforts so I went out of my way to pay him a compliment on his work.  🔊

Rick is so conceited he tries to belittle his wife when she offers an opinion that differs from his viewpoint.  🔊

Since the Internet creates a feeling of anonymity, many people belittle others online because they do not fear any consequences.  🔊

There is no reason for you to belittle my wardrobe simply because your clothes are more expensive than the ones I own.  🔊

To project himself as a very smart manager, Larry will often belittle his employees who come to him with questions.  🔊

It is against school rules for any individual to bully or belittle students and staff members.  🔊

Even though I am a waitress, I will not allow my customers to belittle me by ordering me about in a high-handed manner.  🔊

Mrs. Smith complained to the principal when her son’s teacher chose to belittle him in front of the entire class.  🔊

Since Kate did not win the contest, she is now trying to belittle the competition as a stupid event.  🔊

Rather than belittle my fears, the psychologist sought to help me understand my anxieties.  🔊

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