Synonyms of streamlining

streamlining 1 of 2

noun

as in simplification

Related Words

• simplification
• shortening
• curtailment
• compendium
• abbreviation
• abridgment
• condensation
• inventory
• reprise
• rehash
• summary
• compend
• summarization
• résumé
• recapitulation
• encapsulation
• outline
• rundown
• run-through
• summing-up
• roundup
• brief
• précis
• synopsis
• recap
• sum-up
• conspectus
• digest
• breviary
• capsule
• summa
• abstract
• sum
• epitome
• epilogue
• wrap-up
• conclusion

Dissimilar Words

• expansion
• enlargement
• amplification
• supplement
• addendum

streamlining

2 of 2

verb

present participle of streamline

1

as in simplifying

to make less complex

streamline the work of mailing out flyers by using computer-generated labels

Synonyms & Similar Words

• simplifying
• refining
• stripping (down)
• pruning
• oversimplifying
• trimming
• purifying
• dumbing down

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• complicating
• complexing
• perplexing
• elaborating
• complexifying
• sophisticating

2

as in redesigning

to adapt to modern needs, taste, or usage

in an effort to compete against online vendors, many traditional retailers have had to streamline their brick-and-mortar stores

Synonyms & Similar Words

• redesigning
• updating
• modernizing
• remaking
• reworking
• contemporizing
• remodeling
• revising
• reengineering
• recasting
• refashioning
• revamping
• redoing
• redeveloping

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of streamlining

Noun

Big Tech has seen thousands of layoffs this year--the largest number since the pandemic--with each workforce restructuring often tied to furthering AI initiatives and streamlining leaner teams. — Rachel Wells, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

Bob’s Burgers, the third of the long-running Fox series from 20th TV Animation, had not done original streamlining specials until now. — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 25 July 2026

Later, a former commissioner at the agency admitted that during its streamlining or elimination of vetting procedures, the agency had hired drug cartel members into its ranks. — Meg Anderson, NPR, 23 July 2026

That meant streamlining storylines, trimming episodes, and cutting some characters altogether. — Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 20 July 2026

The 17-footer undergoes much of the same aerodynamic streamlining and weight optimization as the original 22-ft Traveler, giving up features common across the rest of Airstream's lineup without sacrificing any major comfort or convenience. — New Atlas, 11 July 2026

During this transit, there is collective satisfaction in streamlining processes, improving routines and tending to our physical well-being. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 9 July 2026

Chau pointed to the proof in all the streamlining the team has done to stabilize other facets of the ecosystem, like Android TV, Android Auto, and even Android XR. — Florence Ion, PC Magazine, 16 June 2026

Raman, a Los Angeles City Council member, called for further streamlining of the permitting process for rebuilds as well, including by creating a wide set of preapproved, fire-resistant building plans. — Noah Haggerty, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2026

Verb

Members of the Westside Neighborhood Council warned against streamlining signs and digital displays. — City News Service, Daily News, 20 Aug. 2026

This allows clinicians to verify requirements directly within Epic, streamlining workflows and eliminating manual tasks such as phone calls or faxes. — Bruce Japsen, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026

The move will cut costs while streamlining emergency medical services, Solak said. — Haley Parsley august 12, Sacbee.com, 12 Aug. 2026

Spotify cast the move as streamlining a feature that already exists, the 15-second skip button, which users in practice often use to bypass ads. — Max Tani, semafor.com, 9 Aug. 2026

The other problem with Shaw’s solution is his call for a streamlining commission. — Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026

The city intends to add 10,000 housing units downtown in the years ahead, which will require streamlining the development approval process to eliminate hurdles. — Roger Vincent, Los Angeles Times, 7 Aug. 2026

On the other end are enterprises that generate value from AI through productivity and lower costs gained via automating customer service, streamlining business processes, and catching fraud. — Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 1 Aug. 2026

He was also credited with advancing anti-corruption efforts and streamlining defense procurement. — Scott Peterson, Christian Science Monitor, 20 July 2026