de-emphasized (Meaning)

de-emphasized

play down, to reduce in relative importance

The presentation effectively de-emphasized the speaker's personal experiences to focus on data and analysis.
The color scheme of the website de-emphasized the navigation bar, directing attention to the main content.
In the research paper, the significance of the findings was subtly de-emphasized to avoid exaggeration.
The interviewee de-emphasized their accomplishments to maintain a humble demeanor.
The marketing campaign de-emphasized product features in favor of emotional appeals.
The design de-emphasized sharp angles, creating a softer and more inviting atmosphere.
In the autobiography, the author de-emphasized the challenges they faced to highlight the positive aspects of their life.
The advertisement de-emphasized the price of the product to focus on its exclusive qualities.
The revised script de-emphasized excessive dialogue to allow for more visual storytelling.
The teacher de-emphasized the importance of memorization, instead emphasizing critical thinking and analysis.

play down, to reduce in relative importance

dismissed, downplayed, soft-pedaled,minimized, denigrated, underplayed,played down, understated,disparaged, ran down

padded, embellished, magnified, elaborated, embroidered,overstated, exaggerated, stretched, overdid,overemphasized

The presentation effectively de-emphasized the speaker's personal experiences to focus on data and analysis.

The color scheme of the website de-emphasized the navigation bar, directing attention to the main content.

In the research paper, the significance of the findings was subtly de-emphasized to avoid exaggeration.

The interviewee de-emphasized their accomplishments to maintain a humble demeanor.