Synonyms of minimize

minimize

verb

ˈmi-nə-ˌmīz 

as in to dismiss

to express scornfully one's low opinion of

sore losers trying to minimize the other team's victory

Synonyms & Similar Words

• dismiss
• diminish
• criticize
• denigrate
• derogate
• disparage
• discount
• belittle
• decry
• deprecate
• write off
• run down
• depreciate
• denounce
• talk down
• dump on
• dislike
• play down
• condemn
• diss
• cry down
• bad-mouth
• discredit
• poor-mouth
• trash
• vilipend
• kiss off
• dis
• put down
• trash-talk
• scold
• disapprove (of)
• abuse
• malign
• vilify
• censure
• discommend
• slander
• disgrace
• defame
• rip
• traduce
• slur
• reprehend
• asperse
• reprobate

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• magnify
• applaud
• exalt
• glorify
• approve
• extol
• praise
• recommend
• laud
• endorse
• favor
• acclaim
• sanction
• indorse
• countenance
• extoll
• commend
• compliment
• eulogize

Examples Sentences

Recent Examples of minimize

In a year of febrile politics, rising popular frustration with institutions, and two separate attempts to assassinate President Trump, the risks to executives in just about any industry cannot be minimized. —Harvard Business Review, 6 Dec. 2024

Our production plant is designed to minimize waste and maximize resource recycling, with 30 percent of our energy needs met by in-house solar panels. —Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 6 Dec. 2024

However, since some flu shots can make your arm sore, your provider may suggest getting the shots in different arms to minimize discomfort. —Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 6 Dec. 2024

Your first step to minimize cuticle dryness is, according to both Dr. Gordon and Dr. Conroy, to stop cutting and pushing your cuticles. —Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 6 Dec. 2024