Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
think-less-of
phrase
θɪŋk lɛs ʌv
Definition
To regard someone or something as less important or valuable than they are.
Examples
- After the incident, she began to think less of her former friend.
- He didn’t want others to think less of him because of his mistakes.
- It’s easy to think less of someone when you don’t understand their situation.
Meaning
The phrase ‘think less of’ implies a diminished level of respect or esteem towards a person or thing.
Synonyms
- disparage
- undervalue
- belittle