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
• talk down
• denounce
• dump on
• dislike
• play down
• condemn
• bad-mouth
• cry down
• discredit
• poor-mouth
• trash
• vilipend
• kiss off
• dis
• trash-talk
• put down
• scold
• disapprove (of)
• abuse
• malign
• vilify
• censure
• discommend
• slander
• disgrace
• defame
• rip
• traduce
• slur
• reprehend
• asperse
• reprobate

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of minimize

Building those guardrails now will help ensure the technology delivers benefits while minimizing unintended consequences. — Pravir Malik, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

The best eye creams for wrinkles minimize the appearance of fine lines while smoothing, firming, and hydrating your eye area. — Daley Quinn, Glamour, 9 July 2026

The implications are long-lasting, Fatih Birol argued, as nations look for ways to minimize risk, including renewables and diversification of supply. — Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 9 July 2026

But that sense of purpose and routine makes the Cubs confident that Crow-Armstrong can maintain a higher level of production, minimize the inevitable slumps and elevate his teammates. — Patrick Mooney, New York Times, 9 July 2026