underplayed

[US]/ˌʌndəˈpleɪd/
[UK]/ˌʌndərˈpleɪd/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.to make something seem less important than it is; to perform a role insufficiently; to act cautiously to avoid showing strength

Phrases & Collocations

underplayed talent

underplayed role

underplayed importance

underplayed emotion

underplayed significance

underplayed impact

underplayed story

underplayed message

underplayed contribution

underplayed aspect

Example Sentences

her talent was underplayed in the movie.

the importance of teamwork is often underplayed.

he underplayed his achievements during the interview.

many critics underplayed the film's social impact.

the risks of the project were underplayed by the management.

she underplayed her role in the team's success.

his contributions to the project were underplayed.

the significance of the event was underplayed in the news.

they underplayed the challenges they faced.

her concerns were underplayed by the authorities.

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