trash-talk

verb

Definition of trash-talknext
as in to dismiss
to express scornfully one's low opinion of began to trash-talk the opposing players the minute they got on the field

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for trash-talk
  1. dismiss
  2. minimize
  3. diminish
  4. criticize
Verb
  • China’s Foreign Ministry dismissed the espionage allegation on Monday.
    — Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 11 Nov. 2026
  • The Senate dismissed all impeachment charges, shutting down his trial before arguments even began.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 11 Nov. 2026
Definition of dismiss
Verb
  • The residence-style rooms make mealtimes and bedtimes easier, and the gondola access minimizes the potential for meltdowns.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Nov. 2026
  • Bomb threats targeted dozens of flights across Europe last week, following a string of hoaxes that forced flight diversions and left airlines scrambling to keep passengers safe and minimize disruption.
    — Colleen Barry, Los Angeles Times, 11 Nov. 2026
Definition of minimize
Verb
  • Except in the extreme, legislators are loath to devalue local autonomy while also prioritizing delivery of state aid to diminish local tax burdens.
    — David Bloomfield, New York Daily News, 1 Nov. 2026
  • While rain chances will diminish, clouds will hang tough through much of the day, and northeast winds will pick up slightly to 5 to 10 mph.
    — Mary Wasson, Austin American Statesman, 31 Oct. 2026
Definition of diminish
Verb
  • Piker is staunchly opposed to Israel and has been criticized for his comments about Jewish Americans.
    — Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 3 Nov. 2026
  • He has also been criticized by some in the community for past remarks regarding a Michigan synagogue attack and for appearances with controversial streamer Hasan Piker.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of criticize
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“Trash-talk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trash-talk. Accessed 13 Nov. 2026.

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