Detract

Synonyms of detract

• diminish
• lessen
• weaken

Antonyms of detract

• enhance
• improve
• boost

Collocations of detract

from the overall experience

Frequency: 70 %

The long wait detracted from the overall experience of dining at the restaurant.

value

Frequency: 60 %

The outdated decor detracts from the overall value of the house.

attention

Frequency: 50 %

The loud noise detracted attention from the speaker during the presentation.

beauty

Frequency: 45 %

The graffiti detracts from the natural beauty of the park.

credibility

Frequency: 40 %

The conflicting statements detract from the credibility of the witness.

Idiomatic Expressions for detract

• Phrase: detract from the fact
  Meaning: to lessen the importance or significance of a particular fact or detail
  Usage: His lack of experience does not detract from the fact that he is a hard worker.