Downplaying
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Downplaying is a verb meaning present participle and gerund of downplay.
Meaning
present participle and gerund of downplay.
More Meanings
- The act by which something is downplayed, or made to seem less important.
Example Sentences
Second and third are downplayings of both the extractability and focus on logical argumentation, as well as the significance of chronology in ascertaining the dialogues' meaning. I am thoroughly sympathetic on these points.
Word Forms
- downplayings
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include minimization, minimisation, waning, overpowering, minimizing, underestimating.
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