playing down Synonyms
playing down Meaning
playing down
to attach little importance to
playing down Sentence Examples
- The politician attempted to play down the scandal by emphasizing its minor significance.
- Despite mounting evidence, the company played down the allegations of misconduct to protect its reputation.
- The doctor played down the severity of the patient's symptoms, hoping to reassure them.
- The government played down the threat posed by the pandemic, leading to widespread complacency.
- The athlete played down their achievement, attributing it to luck rather than skill.
- The teacher played down the student's mistake, recognizing that it was an isolated incident.
- The parent played down the disappointment of their child's defeat, focusing instead on their effort.
- The salesperson played down the product's shortcomings, highlighting its strengths instead.
- The therapist played down the patient's negative thoughts, helping them focus on positive aspects.
- The historian played down the role of a particular individual in a historical event, emphasizing the collective efforts of many.
FAQs About the word playing down
to attach little importance to
writing off, dumping on, running down, diminishing,dismissing, crying down, talking down, minimizing, poor-mouthing, disapproving (of)
glorifying, approving, endorsing, indorsing, applauding, exalting, extolling, favoring,praising, magnifying
The politician attempted to play down the scandal by emphasizing its minor significance.
Despite mounting evidence, the company played down the allegations of misconduct to protect its reputation.
The doctor played down the severity of the patient's symptoms, hoping to reassure them.
The government played down the threat posed by the pandemic, leading to widespread complacency.
