The Clue
Depreciated (9 letter answer)
The Answer
BELITTLED
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Notes
The answer BELITTLED is so rare that it appears less than once every 2500 puzzles.
Definition
BELITTLE as a verb:
1. (minimize, belittle, denigrate, derogate) = cause to seem less serious; play down; "Don't belittle his influence"
2. (disparage, belittle, pick at) = express a negative opinion of; "She disparaged her student's efforts"
3. (diminish, belittle) = lessen the authority, dignity, or reputation of; "don't belittle your colleagues"
BELITTLED as an adjective:
1. (belittled, diminished, small) = made to seem smaller or less (especially in worth); "her comments made me feel small"