de-emphasizes

[US]/[ˌdiːˈɛmp.ə.saɪz]/
[UK]/[ˌdiːˈɛm.ə.saɪz]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v. (transitive)To lessen the importance or prominence of something.; To give less attention to something.
v. (intransitive)To reduce the emphasis on something.

Phrases & Collocations

de-emphasizes risk

further de-emphasizes

de-emphasized role

de-emphasizes importance

de-emphasized value

de-emphasizes the need

de-emphasized impact

Example Sentences

the report de-emphasizes the negative aspects of the project.

the speaker de-emphasizes his own role in the success.

the company de-emphasizes price competition in its marketing strategy.

the article de-emphasizes the historical context of the event.

the politician de-emphasizes the controversial policy details.

the design de-emphasizes sharp angles and bold colors.

the study de-emphasizes the correlation between diet and exercise.

the film de-emphasizes the violence to appeal to a wider audience.

the curriculum de-emphasizes rote memorization and focuses on critical thinking.

the artist de-emphasizes realism in favor of abstract expression.

the presentation de-emphasizes technical jargon to ensure clarity.

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