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Definition do down in British English

do down phrasal verb

[transitive] phrasal verb
1

to criticize someone in a way that makes them seem stupid or unsuccessful

Example

Joe had been done down by his teacher so often that he had lost all confidence.

Example

You mustn't do yourself down - you have a lot of ability.

Synonyms and related words
criticize blame put yourself down
Definition do down in British English