Put-down (Noun)
Meaning
A crushing remark.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- Her comment about his painting was a hurtful put-down that made him question his artistic abilities.
- The comedian's sharp wit was on full display, but one of his jokes was a put-down that left the audience member in tears.
- The put-down from his childhood still lingered in his mind, affecting his confidence as an adult.
- Her teacher's careless put-down about her project idea discouraged her from pursuing it further.
- The put-down from a classmate during the presentation left the young girl feeling embarrassed and humiliated.