minimize
to reduce to the smallest possible amount or degree.
to represent at the lowest possible amount, value, importance, influence, etc., especially in a disparaging way; belittle.
Origin of minimize
1- Also especially British, min·i·mise .
Other words from minimize
- min·i·mi·za·tion, noun
- min·i·miz·er, noun
- un·min·i·mized, adjective
- un·min·i·miz·ing, adjective
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How to use minimize in a sentence
Things like shampoo bars and toothpaste tablets, which minimize shipping weight and packaging needs by removing water from the products, are also worth looking into.
Trying to shop sustainably? Here’s what you need to consider. | Sarah Kaplan | November 20, 2020 | Washington PostTo start, they were tuned to minimize potential false positives.
A covid-fighting tool is buried in your phone. Turn it on. | Geoffrey Fowler | November 20, 2020 | Washington PostAt the end of the day, you want to do all you can to minimize the risk of having to deal with attorney costs and the time dedication that comes with legal obligations.
Is your website at risk for an ADA accessibility lawsuit? | Richard Horvath | November 12, 2020 | Search Engine LandThat could minimize the drop-off in turnout, which in turn could minimize the drop-off in Democratic support.
Georgia’s Runoffs Will Determine Control Of The Senate. Here’s What We Know So Far. | Nathaniel Rakich (nathaniel.rakich@fivethirtyeight.com) | November 11, 2020 | FiveThirtyEightFor example, if someone wants to take out a business loan for $20,000 with a local bank, BND would lend half of the money, $10,000, and minimize the risk for that bank.
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He was not part of the conspiracy aimed at the minimization of Cressy, the scholar.
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British Dictionary definitions for minimize
minimise
/ (ˈmɪnɪˌmaɪz) /
to reduce to or estimate at the least possible degree or amount: to minimize a risk
to rank or treat at less than the true worth; belittle: to minimize someone's achievements
Derived forms of minimize
- minimization or minimisation, noun
- minimizer or minimiser, noun
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