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slighted

The correct spelling is slighted.

How to pronounce slighted

verb

Say it like: Sli-ted

The correct spelling is slighted. To treat as unimportant or not worthy of attention; to make light of.

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Definition

verb

  1. 1.To treat as unimportant or not worthy of attention; to make light of.
  2. 2.To give lesser weight or importance to.
  3. 3.To treat with disdain or neglect, usually out of prejudice, hatred, or jealousy; to ignore disrespectfully.
  4. 4.To act negligently or carelessly.
  5. 5.(of a fortification) To render no longer defensible by full or partial demolition.

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