Belittler — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun /bi-ˈli-tᵊl/ be·lit·tle

Meaning & Definition of Belittler

Belittler (verb)

  1. to speak slightingly of, disparage
  2. to cause (a person or thing) to seem little or less

Belittler (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in denigrator, jeerer

    similar: decrier, denigrator, derider, detractor, giber, insulter, jeerer, scoffer, scorner, baiter, harasser, heckler, mocker, needler, persecutor, ridiculer, taunter, tease, teaser, tormentor, carper, castigator, caviler, censurer, critic, criticizer, disparager, faultfinder, hypercritic, knocker, niggler, nitpicker
    opposite: commender, praiser, comforter, solace, soother, succorer, bodyguard, champion

Related Entry: Belittle (verb)

Belittle is a different word from Belittler. The synonyms below are for belittle, not for belittler.

  1. to express scornfully one's low opinion of

    "belittled the action star's acting ability"

    similar: bad-mouth, cry down, decry, denigrate, deprecate, depreciate, derogate, diminish, dis (slang), discount, dismiss, disparage, kiss off, minimize, play down, poor-mouth, put down, run down, talk down, trash, trash-talk, vilipend, write off, dump on
    related: discommend, abuse, scold, disapprove (of), dislike, censure, condemn, criticize, denounce, reprehend, reprobate, asperse, defame, malign, rip, slander, slur, traduce, vilify, discredit, disgrace
    opposite: acclaim, applaud, exalt, extol, glorify, laud, magnify, praise
    near: approve, countenance, endorse, favor, recommend, sanction, commend, compliment, eulogize

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Belittler

The most common words with a similar meaning to Belittler:

decrier, denigrator, derider, detractor, giber, insulter, jeerer, scoffer, scorner, baiter, harasser, heckler, mocker, needler, persecutor, ridiculer, taunter, tease, teaser, tormentor, carper, castigator, caviler, censurer, critic, criticizer, disparager, faultfinder, hypercritic, knocker, niggler, nitpicker

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Belittler

Words with the opposite meaning of Belittler:

commender, praiser, comforter, solace, soother, succorer, bodyguard, champion

Word Forms of Belittler

Inflections: belittled, belittling

Derived words: belittlement (noun), belittler (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Belittler

First known use: 1782

Frequently Asked Questions about Belittler

What does "Belittler" mean?

"Belittler" means to speak slightingly of, disparage. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to speak slightingly of, disparage.

What is another word for "Belittler"?

Other words for "Belittler" include decrier, denigrator, derider, detractor, giber, insulter, jeerer and scoffer. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Belittler" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Belittler"?

There are 32 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Belittler". Common alternatives include decrier, denigrator, derider, detractor, giber, insulter, jeerer, scoffer, scorner and baiter.

What is the opposite of "Belittler"?

Antonyms of "Belittler" include commender, praiser, comforter, solace, soother, succorer, bodyguard and champion.

Is "Belittler" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Belittler" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Belittler"?

"Belittler" is pronounced /bi-ˈli-tᵊl/ and divided into syllables as be·lit·tle.

What is the origin of the word "Belittler"?

First known use: 1782.

What is another word for "Belittler" meaning "as in denigrator, jeerer"?

When "Belittler" (noun) means as in denigrator, jeerer, synonyms include decrier, denigrator, derider, detractor, giber and insulter. Opposites in this sense include commender, praiser, comforter and solace.