verharmlosen — meaning in English

English meaning

• downplay verb To de-emphasize; to present or portray as less important or consequential.
• slight adj Small in degree or amount; minor.

Senses

verharmlosen is used for these senses in English:

• downplay (transitive) To de-emphasize; to present or portray as less important or consequential.
• slight (transitive) To give lesser weight or importance to.

slight — full definition

1. adj Small in degree or amount; minor.
2. adj Slender or delicate in build.
3. verb To treat someone with disrespect or neglect, often by ignoring them.
4. noun An act or remark that shows disrespect or disregard for someone.

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