Synonyms of minimizes

minimizes

verb

present tense third-person singular of minimize

as in dismisses

to express scornfully one's low opinion of

sore losers trying to minimize the other team's victory

Synonyms & Similar Words

• dismisses
• diminishes
• criticizes
• denigrates
• disparages
• decries
• derogates
• belittles
• discounts
• deprecates
• denounces
• depreciates
• runs down
• condemns
• talks down
• plays down
• dumps on
• writes off
• dislikes
• trashes
• bad-mouths
• cries down
• discredits
• poor-mouths
• trash-talks
• disses
• vilipends
• scolds
• kisses off
• puts down
• abuses
• disapproves (of)
• maligns
• vilifies
• disgraces
• rips
• discommends
• censures
• traduces
• reprehends
• defames
• slanders
• slurs
• reprobates
• asperses

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• magnifies
• applauds
• extols
• exalts
• praises
• approves
• recommends
• glorifies
• lauds
• endorses
• favors
• sanctions
• commends
• acclaims
• compliments
• countenances
• eulogizes

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of minimizes

Placing the heavy shielding and reactor components in the middle minimizes the physical stress caused by bending moments at sea and insulates the nuclear systems from external side-impact collisions. — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 18 July 2026

The 10-mm heel drop (the difference in height between the heel and front of the foot) minimizes pressure when landing and takes stress off the Achilles. — Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 15 July 2026

This precaution minimizes electrical hazards during flooding. — Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 14 July 2026

These new adaptive traffic systems use real-time sensor data to dynamically adjust traffic signal timing, which minimizes traffic congestion and reduces wait times at signal lights, said City Engineer Tracy Beach. — Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 July 2026

Instead of accepting a system that minimizes their experiences and gaslights their physical pain, a new wave of female founders is rejecting these superficial fixes entirely. — Ginger Gentile, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

The standard razor features a moisturizer bar infused with aloe and shea butter, which helps the five sharp blades to glide smoothly over your skin and minimizes irritation. — Sara Coughlin, Allure, 5 July 2026

These days, some displays use drone shows instead of combustible pyrotechnics, which further minimizes the fire risk. — ABC News, 1 July 2026

This practice, known as companion planting, optimizes your space, enhances soil quality, and minimizes disease and pest issues by pairing plants that naturally protect, support, or nourish each other. — Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 30 June 2026