Vocabulary Entry

slighting

|verb • adjective • noun

verb

To treat someone or something as unimportant or insignificant.

Example Sentences

"She felt slighted when her contributions were ignored."

"He has a tendency to slight those he believes are less knowledgeable."

"The manager didn't mean to slight any workers, but he forgot to acknowledge their efforts."

adjective

Example Sentences

"There was a slight chance of rain today."

"She made a slight adjustment to her presentation."

"He felt a slight headache coming on."

noun

Example Sentences

"The slight she received from her colleague hurt her feelings."

"He perceived the lack of invitation as a personal slight."

"After the slight, their friendship was never the same."