Synonyms of downsize

downsize

verb

ˈdau̇n-ˌsīz 

as in to reduce

to make smaller in amount, volume, or extent

the company downsized its overseas operations in an attempt to cut costs

Synonyms & Similar Words

• reduce
• decrease
• lower
• deplete
• ease
• diminish
• minimize
• cut
• dwindle
• slash
• downscale
• lessen
• dent
• abate
• compress
• knock down
• drop
• shrink
• pare
• retrench
• trim
• shorten
• de-escalate
• curtail
• condense
• prune
• truncate
• cut down
• modify
• constrict
• cut back
• contract
• whittle
• crop
• dock
• abbreviate
• deflate
• abridge
• modulate
• nick
• clip
• qualify
• moderate

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• increase
• expand
• enlarge
• augment
• raise
• boost
• amplify
• escalate
• extend
• inflate
• swell
• blow up
• prolong
• add (to)
• lengthen
• dilate
• supplement
• complement
• elongate
• enhance
• aggrandize
• intensify
• distend
• heighten
• protract
• redouble

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of downsize

Unfortunately, Latino journalists and journalists of color have been disproportionately affected by downsizing initiatives throughout the media world in recent years. — Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 24 July 2026

Consider money-changing moves like relocating to a more affordable city, downsizing or refinancing debt. — Andreina Rodriguez, CNBC, 23 July 2026

Ranchers have been downsizing their herd sizes over the last seven or eight years for a whole variety of reasons. — David Frum, The Atlantic, 22 July 2026

In that case, another major life change may be needed—downsizing. — Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 16 July 2026