Belittler

Pronunciation: /bɪˈlɪtlər/

Definitions of belittler

noun a person who belittles or disparages others

Example Sentences

A1 She felt hurt by the belittler's comments.

A2 The belittler always made fun of her in front of others.

B1 The belittler's constant criticism affected her self-esteem.

B2 Dealing with a belittler can be challenging, but it's important to stand up for yourself.

C1 The belittler's behavior was a clear example of bullying and should not be tolerated.

C2 She decided to confront the belittler and put an end to their hurtful remarks once and for all.

Examples of belittler in a Sentence

formal The belittler constantly undermines the achievements of his colleagues.

informal She's such a belittler, always making fun of everyone around her.

slang I can't stand that guy, he's such a belittler.

figurative The dark clouds acted as a belittler, overshadowing the beauty of the sunset.

Grammatical Forms of belittler

• past tense: belittled
• plural: belittlers
• comparative: more belittling
• superlative: most belittling
• present tense: belittles
• future tense: will belittle
• perfect tense: have belittled
• continuous tense: is belittling
• singular: belittler
• positive degree: belittle
• infinitive: to belittle
• gerund: belittling
• participle: belittling

Origin and Evolution of belittler

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'belittler' originated from the combination of the prefix 'be-' meaning 'make' and the verb 'little' meaning 'to make small'.

Evolution of the word: Initially used to describe someone who makes something seem less important or significant, the word 'belittler' has evolved to also encompass the idea of undermining or diminishing someone's worth or abilities.