as in to dismiss
to express scornfully one's low opinion of
belittled the action star's acting ability
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Recent Examples of belittle
No artist, producer, director, or leader—regardless of legacy or celebrity—should be allowed to weaponize their platform to belittle, threaten, or devalue others without consequence.
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Joey Nolfi Published, EW.com, 30 May 2025
According to Richard, Diddy belittled and harassed the female contestants during filming.
—Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 20 May 2025
This kind of medical gaslighting is a widespread issue, with many women feeling dismissed, belittled, or disbelieved by healthcare providers, especially when seeking treatment for chronic pain.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 9 May 2025
But more than a quarter of the providers were belittling and about 20% did not believe the patient.
—Linda Carroll, NBC news, 8 May 2025
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Joey Nolfi Published, EW.com, 30 May 2025
According to Richard, Diddy belittled and harassed the female contestants during filming.
—Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 20 May 2025
This kind of medical gaslighting is a widespread issue, with many women feeling dismissed, belittled, or disbelieved by healthcare providers, especially when seeking treatment for chronic pain.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 9 May 2025
But more than a quarter of the providers were belittling and about 20% did not believe the patient.
—Linda Carroll, NBC news, 8 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for belittle
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Despite seeking help from her local GP, her concerns were initially dismissed.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
6 June 2025
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The lawsuit sparked a years-long legal battle that was ultimately voluntarily dismissed in late 2022.—
Tomás Mier,
Rolling Stone,
6 June 2025
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Here are tips on how to stay safe during a thunderstorm: To minimize risk of being struck by lightning, when going outside, have a plan to get to a safer place.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
14 June 2025
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Water deeply early in the day and avoid overhead watering to allow foliage to dry before nightfall to minimize fungal diseases.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
13 June 2025
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Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
14 June 2025
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The perception that Iran’s military strength is significantly diminished will raise questions about the stability of its political system.—
Ariel Cohen,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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For some reason, backup quarterbacks who make decent money are often disparaged when they should be celebrated.—
Jerry McDonald,
Mercury News,
5 June 2025
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The leader responded on social media, disparaging Springsteen, and the rocker made sure to include his speech on the EP — a move that may have helped turn it into a bestseller.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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This legislation would promote the St. Louis Cardinals and denigrate the Royals, who won two of three games last week at Busch Stadium. Schroer, who is representing St. Charles County, is either making a joke or doesn’t seem all that interested in tackling the difficult decisions in the state.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
9 June 2025
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Educate don't denigrate More than two-thirds of baby boomers want the next generation of inheritors to receive financial education to manage their inheritances responsibly.—
Robert Frank,
CNBC,
5 June 2025
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Several Make America Great Again (MAGA) figures, such as Laura Loomer, are criticizing Democratic Minnesota Governor Tim Walz over his ties to the suspect in Saturday's deadly shooting.—
Mandy Taheri
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 June 2025
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Following the opening match at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta between Canada and Argentina, Argentina’s players and head coach Lionel Scaloni criticized the playing surface.—
Melanie Anzidei,
New York Times,
14 June 2025
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“Belittle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/belittle. Accessed 20 Jun. 2025.
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