understatement
What is another word for understatement? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A statement that presents something as smaller, milder, or less significant than it really is, sometimes for ironic effect.
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Etymology
From under- plus statement, or alternatively from understate plus -ment.
Full origin of understatement →Frequently asked questions
What does “understatement” mean?
The word “understatement” means a statement that presents something as smaller, milder, or less significant than it really is, sometimes for ironic effect. In plain terms, describing something as less impressive or serious than it actually is.
How do you pronounce “understatement”?
“Understatement” is pronounced uhn-duh-STAYT-muhnt (/ˌʌndɚˈsteɪtmənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “understatement” in a sentence?
Here is “understatement” used in a sentence: “Saying the hurricane caused "some damage" was quite an understatement.”
What part of speech is “understatement”?
“Understatement” is a noun.
Is “understatement” a common word?
“Understatement” is an uncommon word in modern English.
Related words
do a lot of work
litote
to say the least
