de·tract 
/dɪˈtrækt/ verb
de·tracts; de·tract·ed; de·tract·ing /dɪˈtrækt/ verb Meaning:
detract from [phrasal verb]
detract from (something) formal : to reduce the strength, value, or importance of (something)
▪ They worried that the scandal would seriously detract from [=diminish, hurt] her chances for reelection. ▪ The overcooked vegetables detracted somewhat from an otherwise fine meal.
▪ They worried that the scandal would seriously detract from [=diminish, hurt] her chances for reelection. ▪ The overcooked vegetables detracted somewhat from an otherwise fine meal.
