Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

littling

verb
/ˈlɪt.lɪŋ/
Definition
The act of belittling or degrading someone or something.
Examples
  • He was condemned for littling the achievements of his peers.

  • Stop littling your own abilities; you are capable of more than you think.

  • The coach’s comments were seen as littling for the young athletes.

Meaning
To make someone or something seem less impressive or important than they actually are.
Synonyms
  • belittle

  • disparage

  • demean

  • deprecate