Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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belittle | No | No | Yes | No |
criticize | No | No | Yes | No |
belittle (verb) | criticize (verb) |
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lessen the authority, dignity, or reputation of | find fault with; express criticism of; point out real or perceived flaws |
express a negative opinion of | act as a critic |
cause to seem less serious; play down |