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

Coordination with the other missions will be necessary to minimize the chance of any deep-space snafus and will likely occur through a preexisting expert working group under the auspices of the United Nations. — Andrew Jones, Scientific American, 30 July 2026

Blumenthal was particularly keen to minimize the Iranian regime’s brutality toward its own people. — James Kirchick, The Atlantic, 29 July 2026

Prioritize Daily Hydration The first good daily habit to minimize dark circles without makeup is to stay properly hydrated. — Laura Sandroni, Vogue, 29 July 2026

When possible, use wooden or plastic utensils to minimize the risk of scratching the surface during cooking, adds Castagnoli. — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 29 July 2026