Vocabulary Entry

underplay

|verb • noun

verb

to play a role in a way that is less prominent or significant than it could be.

Example Sentences

"The actor tried to underplay his character's importance in the story."

"She tended to underplay her achievements during the interview."

"He would often underplay his feelings to avoid confrontation."

noun

Example Sentences

"His underplay in the meeting surprised everyone."

"The underplay of her triumph made her peers more comfortable."

"An underplay in marketing can sometimes create more interest."