Synonyms of downplay

Verb


1. understate, minimize, minimise, downplay, inform

usage: represent as less significant or important

2. background, play down, downplay, stress, emphasize, emphasise, punctuate, accent, accentuate

usage: understate the importance or quality of; "he played down his royal ancestry"

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Definition and meaning of downplay (Dictionary)