put-down

put–down

noun \ˈpu̇t-ˌdau̇n\

Definition of PUT-DOWN

: an act or instance of putting down; especially : a humiliating remark

First Known Use of PUT-DOWN

1962

Related to PUT-DOWN

Synonyms: affront, barb, brickbat, cut, dart, dig, dis (also diss) [slang], epithet, gird, indignity, name, offense (or offence), outrage, personality, poke, put-down, sarcasm, slap, slight, slur

Antonyms: aggrandizement, ennoblement, exaltation, glorification, magnification

Related Words: catcall, gibe (or jibe), jeer, mock, quip, sneer, taunt; abuse, invective, vituperation; disapproval, opprobrium; disgrace, dishonor, shame; attack, criticism, knock, slam, swipe; torment, torture

Near Antonyms: accolade, commendation, compliment; acclaim, applause, praise; adulation, flattery

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