TALK DOWN Synonyms: 65 Similar and Opposite Words

talk down

verb

Definition of talk down

as in to dismiss

to express scornfully one's low opinion of a company that prefers to talk up its own products rather than talk down those of its competitors

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Recent Examples of talk down Shotwell seems to exude a certain kind of humility and, in this interview, even talk down her own role at SpaceX at times. — Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 2 Apr. 2026 But that high-energy personality sometimes turned dark, classmates said, with Pratt making fun of his peers and talking down to staff members. — Connor Sheets, Los Angeles Times, 21 May 2026 The scale is the thing, who don't necessarily know or understand or appreciate, not talking down to anybody, but this is the way in which this thing will have access to your stuff, can go wrong potentially. — Brian Barrett, Wired News, 21 May 2026 Baldwin also said district custodians are understaffed, supplied with broken or old equipment, have been denied language interpreters during meetings and are in general talked down to by administrative staff. — Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 8 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for talk down

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In April, the Superior Court dismissed the three citations Hubbard received in May 2025 when no park ranger or city attorney appeared for the prosecution, his lawsuit states.

— Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026
Freeney did not dismiss the business side of the arrangement.

— Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 1 July 2026

Definition of dismiss

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To minimize risks during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) advises incorporating frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned areas.

— NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 4 July 2026
Keep all windows and doors closed so your pet cannot easily escape, and draw the shades to minimize the sound and flashes of light.

— Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 3 July 2026

Definition of minimize

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Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.

— NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 6 July 2026
The union said that unresolved complaints made against Hawk and existing climate issues have significantly diminished confidence among many educators.

— Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 6 July 2026