minimize

/mˈɪnəmˌaɪz/ · 3 syllables

Meaning

verb

1. make small or insignificant
   “Let's minimize the risk”
2. represent as less significant or important
3. cause to seem less serious; play down
   “Don't belittle his influence”

Synonyms for minimize

• minimise
• understate
• downplay
• belittle
• denigrate
• derogate

Antonyms of minimize

• maximize

Words that rhyme with minimize

• rise
• exercise
• recognize
• size
• recognise
• arise
• prize
• wise
• capitalize
• harmonize
• immobilize
• neutralize
• organize
• realise
• realize
• surprise
• synchronize
• circularize
• compromise
• devise
• naturalize
• rationalize
• specialize
• vocalize
• analyze
• apprise
• crosswise
• crystallize
• disguise
• franchise