DOWNPLAYING - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Verb

understate the importance or quality of

Example: he played down his royal ancestry

Meaning 2

Part of speech: Verb

represent as less significant or important

Synonyms

Understate, Minimize, Minimise, Downplay, Play down

Antonyms

Overstate, play_up, Foreground