Definition of belittles

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • belittles is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 11
  • belittles is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 11
  • belittles is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 14

Definition of belittles


  • cause to seem less serious; play down (verb)

    Examples

    1. Don't belittle his influence

    Synonyms

    1. denigrate
    2. derogate
    3. minimize
  • express a negative opinion of (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. disparage
    2. pick at
  • lessen the authority, dignity, or reputation of (verb)

    Examples

    1. don't belittle your colleagues

    Synonyms

    1. diminish

See definition of belittles in Merriam Webster