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Underplay for Dummies

verb

pronunciation: ,əndɛr'pleɪ

What does Underplay really mean?

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Hey there! So, "underplay" is a word that we use when we're talking about not making something seem as important or serious as it really is. It's like when you're trying to downplay something, or make it seem like not a big deal. For example, if someone does really well in a game but they act like it's no big deal, they're underplaying their success.

Another way we use "underplay" is in acting or performing. It's when an actor or actress doesn't put as much emotion or energy into their performance as they could. They might underplay a scene to make it seem more subtle or less intense.

So, basically, "underplay" is all about making something seem less important or downplaying it in some way. It's like when you're trying to make something seem smaller than it really is. Does that make sense? Let me know if you have any questions!

Revised and Fact checked by Sarah Thompson on 2023-11-20 00:12:17

Underplay In a sentece

Learn how to use Underplay inside a sentece

  • During the school play, Sarah had a big role but she tried to underplay her lines and gestures, making her character seem less important.
  • Sam's soccer coach asked him to underplay his skills during the game so that the opposition team wouldn't realize his true potential.
  • In the movie, the actor underplayed his emotions, his face was calm even though he was feeling sad inside.
  • Molly underplayed her achievements in the science fair, not mentioning that she had won first place.
  • The magician underplayed his magic tricks, making it seem like simple illusions instead of astonishing acts.

Underplay Synonyms

Words that can be interchanged for the original word in the same context.

Underplay Hypernyms

Words that are more generic than the original word.

Underplay Category

The domain category to which the original word belongs.