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Antonyms of Aggrandizement

Noun:

1. Humility

Definition: A modest or low view of one's importance or position.

• Sample Sentence: He displayed remarkable humility, never seeking aggrandizement or attention.

2. Downplay

Definition: The act of making something seem less important or significant.

• Sample Sentence: Instead of seeking aggrandizement, he chose to downplay his accomplishments.

3. Decrement

Definition: A reduction or decrease in size, extent, or importance.

• Sample Sentence: Instead of pursuing aggrandizement, he accepted a decrement in his role.

Verb:

1. Diminish

Definition: To make or become less in size, extent, or importance.

• Sample Sentence: She decided to diminish her own achievements instead of seeking aggrandizement.

2. Degrade

Definition: To lower in dignity or esteem; to degrade in rank or status.

• Sample Sentence: Instead of aggrandizement, he preferred not to degrade others for personal gain.

3. Minimize

Definition: To reduce to the smallest possible amount or degree; to underestimate or undervalue.

• Sample Sentence: She aimed to minimize her own accomplishments, avoiding any aggrandizement tendencies.

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