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slights

The correct spelling is slights.

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noun

Say it like: Sli-ts

The correct spelling is slights. The act of slighting; a deliberate act of neglect or discourtesy.

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.The act of slighting; a deliberate act of neglect or discourtesy.
  2. 2.Sleight.

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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