spilikin

/spɪˈlɪkɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

a small or insignificant amount of something, especially a person or thing that is not important or impressive.

“The spilikin of his talent was evident in the unimpressive performance.”

2. verb

to make something look or seem less impressive or impressive; to depreciate the value or worth of something.

“The critic spilikined the artist’s latest work, saying it lacked originality.”

Synonyms

  • trifle
  • trinket

Antonyms

  • magnificence
  • masterpiece