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

Again, this is not to minimize alcohol’s association with diseases such as cancer. — Tim Brinkhof, Time, 23 July 2026

The team is trying to separate themselves from each other in order to minimize potential infection, including team meals. — Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 23 July 2026

There are ways to minimize the risks Studies have linked smoke to people having more trouble with decision-making and other cognitive issues. — Seth Borenstein, Los Angeles Times, 22 July 2026

Samsung worked hard to minimize that crease and improve the screen's overall performance. — Eric Zeman, PC Magazine, 22 July 2026