belittling

[US]/bɪˈlɪtlɪŋ/
[UK]/bəˈlɪtlɪŋ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.making someone or something seem less important, valuable, or significant; treating someone with contempt or disrespect.

Phrases & Collocations

belittling someone's achievements

belittling remarks

belittling criticism

avoid belittling language

belittling comments online

stop belittling yourself

a belittling attitude

Example Sentences

his belittling comments made her feel unappreciated.

she tried to avoid belittling her colleagues during meetings.

belittling others is not a sign of strength.

his belittling attitude alienated many friends.

she felt belittled by his constant criticism.

belittling someone's achievements is disrespectful.

he didn't realize how belittling his words were.

belittling comments can damage self-esteem.

she stood up against belittling remarks at work.

his belittling jokes were not taken lightly.

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