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Downplay

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Meanings of Downplay

Verb

  • To make something seem less important than it is.

Explanation of the word: Downplay

Downplay means to make something seem less important or less serious than it really is.

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Translations for the word: Downplay

hindi
कम महत्व देना

kam mahatva dena

हल्का करना

halka karna

कम करना

kam karna

   

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Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Downplay

What does 'downplay' mean?
To downplay means to make something seem less important or serious than it really is.
How do you pronounce 'downplay'?
You pronounce 'downplay' like this: down-play.
What is the origin of the word 'downplay'?
The word 'downplay' comes from the combination of 'down', meaning to reduce, and 'play', meaning to present or show.
What is the meaning of 'downplay' in Bengali?
The word 'downplay' in Bengali is 'কম গুরুত্ব দেওয়া' (Kom gurutva deya).