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put down

[poot-doun] / ˈpʊtˌdaʊn /
VERB
write into record
Synonyms
STRONGEST
set down write down
WEAK
enter inscribe jot down log record take down transcribe
Antonyms
WEAK
erase
VERB
subdue
Synonyms
STRONGEST
crush quash quell repress stamp out suppress
WEAK
annihilate defeat dismiss extinguish reject silence squash
Antonyms
STRONGEST
let go permit release
WEAK
build up
VERB
comment negatively
Synonyms
STRONGEST
crush run down
WEAK
belittle condemn decry deflate derogate discount dismiss disparage downcry humiliate minimize mortify opprobriate reject shame slight snub write off
Antonyms
STRONGEST
praise
WEAK
boost build up compliment flatter
NOUN
nasty commentary
Synonyms
STRONGEST
jibe
STRONG
cut dig disparagement gibe humiliation indignity insult knock pan rebuff sarcasm slight sneer snub
Antonyms
STRONG
commendation compliment flattery praise respect
put-down
NOUN
nasty commentary
Synonyms
STRONGEST
jibe
STRONG
cut dig disparagement gibe humiliation indignity insult knock pan rebuff sarcasm slight sneer snub suppression
Antonyms
STRONG
commendation compliment flattery praise respect

Example Sentences

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With the run-up in home values during recent years, the limits have taken some of the sting out of property taxes for homeowners who have already put down roots.

From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026

González put down the microphone and somebody turned down the lights.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

The alternative for owners was to take £200 in government compensation and have their dog put down.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

She then started complaining of pain in her leg, which Emma put down to growing pains, so she gave her a bath.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

Owen put down the rest of the cracker shells and backed up with him.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz