de-emphasize

verb

de-em·pha·size (ˌ)dē-ˈem(p)-fə-ˌsīz

de-emphasized; de-emphasizing; de-emphasizes

Synonyms of de-emphasize next

transitive verb

: to reduce in relative importance

also : play down

de-emphasis

(ˌ)dē-ˈem(p)-fə-səs

noun

Examples of de-emphasize in a Sentence

you're at a point in your career where you can de-emphasize your academic record and emphasize your work experience

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One notable difference: The committee suggested that fat-free or low-fat dairy foods be de-emphasized as items for inclusion in a healthy dietary pattern and be taken off the primary list of foods. —

Sandee Lamotte, CNN, 12 Dec. 2024 But when they were added, the documents never de-emphasized earlier concerns. —

Daniel W. Drezner, Foreign Affairs, 12 Aug. 2024 The statement also de-emphasizes language toward tech and high-end manufacturing. —

Brendan Ahern, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024 The states follow a larger nationwide trend where higher incomes often correlate with higher education attainment, and the culture within each state might also contribute or de-emphasize the importance of education or intelligence. —

Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 29 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for de-emphasize