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What Does Downplay Mean?

Verb

  • To make something seem less important than it is.

Downplay — Full Explanation

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

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Downplay Meaning in Other Languages

hindi
कम महत्व देना

kam mahatva dena

हल्का करना

halka karna

कम करना

kam karna

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Frequently Asked Questions About 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).