verb as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

downplays, underscores, minimizes

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Example Sentences

Example:He downplays the risks involved in the project.

Definition:To make appear less significant or less important than it is.

From downplays

Example:The article underscores the challenges faced by small businesses.

Definition:To stress or emphasize (something) more than usual.

From underscores

Example:Minimizing the importance of a task can lead to its neglect.

Definition:To make something seem less important or less severe than it really is.

From minimizes