as in dismissed
to express scornfully one's low opinion of
belittled the action star's acting ability
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Recent Examples of belittled
When challenged publicly, critics are belittled and shunned.
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Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 16 Dec. 2024
In June 2020, Mattis was belittled for having publicly condemned the use of active-duty military forces against people protesting the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis.
—Risa Brooks, Foreign Affairs, 14 Nov. 2022
She was banned for life by NBC, belittled by late-night comedians, often in painfully misogynistic ways, and even threatened with violence by Frank Sinatra.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 30 Sep. 2024
Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 16 Dec. 2024
In June 2020, Mattis was belittled for having publicly condemned the use of active-duty military forces against people protesting the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis.
—Risa Brooks, Foreign Affairs, 14 Nov. 2022
She was banned for life by NBC, belittled by late-night comedians, often in painfully misogynistic ways, and even threatened with violence by Frank Sinatra.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 30 Sep. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for belittled
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It's been six months since an involuntary manslaughter charge against Alec Baldwin was dismissed in New Mexico.Charmaine Patterson, People.com, 24 Dec. 2024
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Baldwin cupped his face in his hands and wept as Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer dismissed the case with prejudice, meaning the charge cannot be brought against the actor again.Janelle Ash, Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024
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When a newer female professional receives guidance from an accomplished woman in that industry, obstacles can be minimized and doors can begin to open.Leen Kawas, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Intensive predator control programs have minimized the impact of invasive species, and the establishment of predator-free sanctuaries provides safe environments for breeding and raising chicks.Scott Travers, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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The theme of running recurred, as did moments of isolation, with Abraham appearing preoccupied and diminished, unable to fully participate as the others moved around him.Jennifer Homans, The New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2024
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The work of our educators cannot and should not be diminished.Andrew Spar, Orlando Sentinel, 22 Dec. 2024
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Bo French, the chairman of the Tarrant County, Texas, GOP, criticized Chief of Naval Operations Admiral Lisa Franchetti, alleging that an emphasis on DEI programs had undermined the military's effectiveness.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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Some of Mangione's supporters have left messages of praise for him, while others have criticized the fundraising efforts.Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Belittled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/belittled. Accessed 4 Jan. 2025.
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