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Opposite of to make, or attempt to make, something seem less important
Opposite of to belittle or disparage the achievements of others
Opposite of to cause a profound effect
“Postmodern thought tends to trivialize this desire, if not ignore it altogether.”
Opposite of make into a problem
Opposite of to make a quantity bigger
“An abundance of supply would decrease prices in the market.”
Opposite of to emphasize, stress, or indicate the importance of
Opposite of to focus on or give precedence to
“The official government line continued to trivialize the issue of pollution maintaining.”
Opposite of to be grateful for something
“This is not to disparage the editor and her magazine. However, I cannot envisage a day when such a read would hold even a scrap of appeal.”
Opposite of to greet or physically respond to by recognizing the presence of
“Tina knows full well that Matt is teasing her as he pretends to dismiss her flirtations.”
Opposite of to consider or give serious or careful thought to
“It comes as no surprise that he would dismiss allegations of misconduct.”
Opposite of to (excessively) boast about one's accomplishments, qualities, or possessions
“He was an articulate man with a good sense of humor, a strong sense of responsibility, and had a tendency to underplay his own achievements.”
Opposite of to give greater praise than due
Opposite of to proclaim widely or loudly
Opposite of to advertise or create publicity for
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