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detract

verb

/dɪˈtrækt/

Meaning

To reduce or take away the worth or value of something.

His rude behavior will detract from his good reputation.

detract from

diminish, reduce, lessen, undermine, weaken

enhance, boost, improve

detract from value, detract attention, detract importance

to give out a bright light or glow

to declare someone not guilty of a criminal charge; to conduct oneself in a specified way

To plan and direct the course of a ship, vehicle, or journey.

to mix things up in a confused way or to make a mess of something

To disguise or conceal one's true feelings or intentions.

to push or prod with a finger or pointed object