detract

UK
/dɪˈtrækt/
US
/dɪˈtrækt/

Traductions

detractverb
detracted
Past Simple
detracted
Past Participle
detracting
Gerund
UK
/dɪˈtrækt/
US
/dɪˈtrækt/
The noise from the construction site detracts from my ability to concentrate.
Шум со строительной площадки отвлекает меня от возможности сосредоточиться.
His rude comments detract from his overall positive image.
Его грубые комментарии умаляют его в целом положительный образ.
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Définitions

detractverb
To diminish or take away, especially in quality, worth, or reputation (usually followed by "from").
Minor factual errors detract from the credibility of the report.
To divert or draw (attention, interest, etc.) away from something.
The flashy graphics detract the viewer's attention from the weak storyline.
To speak slightingly of; to disparage.
She would never detract from her colleagues' achievements.