| Word | Definitions | Synonyms |
|---|---|---|
| denigrate | (verb) cause to seem less serious; play down | Synonyms: belittle, derogate, minimize |
| (verb) charge falsely or with malicious intent; attack the good name and reputation of someone | Synonyms: asperse, besmirch, calumniate, defame, slander, smear, smirch, sully | |
| denitrify | (verb) remove nitrogen from | - |