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detract
[ dih-trakt ]
verb (used without object)
- to take away a part, as from quality, value, or reputation (usually followed by from ).
verb (used with object)
- to draw away or divert; distract:
to detract another's attention from more important issues.
- Archaic. to take away (a part); abate:
The dilapidated barn detracts charm from the landscape.
detract
/ ɪˈٰæ /
verb
- whenintr, usually foll by from to take away a part (of); diminish
her anger detracts from her beauty
- tr to distract or divert
- obsolete.tr to belittle or disparage
Usage
Derived Forms
- ˈٰپԲ, adverb
- ˈٰپ, adverb
- ˈٰپ, adjective
- ˈٰٴǰ, noun
Other Word Forms
- ·ٰ·Բ· adverb
- ·ٰ·ٴǰ noun
- ܲ··ٰ·Բ adjective
- un··ٰ·Բ· adverb
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of detract1
Example Sentences
"I wanted to be able to contribute to the song rather than detract."
They said that it detracted from what Washington was trying to achieve and pursued a war of words rather than an end to the conflict.
“Because I love seeing other people achieve great things. Anything that Patrick is doing I don’t believe will ever detract from what I accomplished in my career.”
Did this detract from the Grammys, described by Noah as “what Valentine’s Day is to romance, and Father’s Day is to Nick Cannon,” from being wildly colorful and satisfying?
The nation’s top doctor had spent his two terms interviewing citizens across the country learning about what contributed to and detracted from their mental and physical health.
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