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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.

Synonyms

  • Squelch
  • Squelcher
  • Takedown

Related Words

  • Put Down (verb)
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