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belittling
This term carries a strong negative emotional charge, describing a specific type of psychological devaluation. It differs from simple criticism or disagreement by targeting the inherent worth or status of a person or their achievements, often to establish a power imbalance or to undermine confidence.
When used as a noun, the word functions as a gerund describing the process of devaluation. Because it refers to an abstract action or behavior, it is treated as an uncountable noun and does not take a plural form. It is typically paired with partitive constructions or used in the singular to describe a pattern of behavior.
Ý nghĩa
Making someone or something seem unimportant, insignificant, or of little value.
His belittling comments about her achievements ruined the celebration.
Ví dụ
Stop making those belittling comments about my hobbies.
He has a belittling tone that makes everyone in the meeting feel small.
I cannot stand the constant belittling of my efforts by my manager.
Why are you being so belittling toward the new intern?
She felt a sting of sadness at his belittling remark about her painting.
The teacher used a belittling voice when correcting the student.
I thought we were partners, but your belittling attitude says otherwise.
The constant belittling of his achievements eventually destroyed his confidence.
The constant belittling of his achievements eventually destroyed his confidence.