De-emphasise (Verb)
Meaning
Reduce the emphasis.
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- The company aims to de-emphasise its association with the scandal and focus on its future projects.
- By wearing casual clothes, the celebrity attempted to de-emphasise her wealth and blend in with the crowd.
- The coach tried to de-emphasise the pressure of the championship and instead emphasize the importance of teamwork.
- To appeal to a wider audience, the magazine chose to de-emphasise its technical jargon and use simpler language.
- The politician's speech was carefully crafted to de-emphasise the negative aspects of the proposed policy and highlight the benefits.