DEGLAMORIZE Synonyms: 19 Similar and Opposite Words

deglamorize

verb

Definition of deglamorize

as in to minimize

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Recent Examples of deglamorize White’s willingness to deglamorize stardom — to take roles that subverted her celebrity or to be funny and frank — makes clear that for her, the town was, first and foremost, a workplace. — Daniel D'addario, Variety, 6 Jan. 2022

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Prosecutors revealed Davis’ admittedly big mouth had been opening to investigators since 1998 – only two years after Shakur was gunned down – in a series of secret interviews trying to minimize his own legal damage by giving information to the cops.

— Andy Rose, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026
This is intended to minimize degradation, reducing contrast decay and improving light projection reliability, ultimately extending the screen's lifespan.

— Michael Lydick, PC Magazine, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of minimize

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After peaceful demonstrations were put down with lethal force, many opponents of military rule took up arms, and large parts of the country are embroiled in conflict.

— Grant Peck, Los Angeles Times, 21 Aug. 2026
No algorithm is going to train a generation of kids to put down their white Monsters before a workout.

— Josh Brown,Sean Russo, CNBC, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of put down

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On Thursday night, the mayor drew criticism from foodies for her comments disparaging street vendors during a mayoral debate.

— Bethy Squires, Vulture, 21 Aug. 2026
Webb, however, denies the allegation and takes pleasure in disparaging River and the slow horses.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of disparage

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Glass also noted that the district policy requires that instruction about religion be academic rather than devotional, and that no faith may be promoted or denigrated.

— Noe Padilla, USA Today, 18 Aug. 2026
Arday became the focus of hundreds of articles doubting his credibility and denigrating his character in the British and international media.

— Charlotte Reck, CNN Money, 15 Aug. 2026

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