MINIMIZE Synonyms: 65 Similar and Opposite Words

minimize

verb

ˈmi-nə-ˌmīz

Definition of minimize

as in to dismiss

to express scornfully one's low opinion of sore losers trying to minimize the other team's victory

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Recent Examples of minimize In order to keep playing shows these past few years, Frampton has devoted himself to an intensive workout regime that minimizes the impact of IBM. — Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 27 Aug. 2026 The Nuclear Regulatory Commission is preparing to eliminate a 50-year-old rule designed to minimize radiation exposure. — Brittney Melton, NPR, 27 Aug. 2026 Reddington questioned Saathoff on his history of treating people with postpartum psychosis, attempting to minimize the psychiatrist's expertise on the matter. — Sumiko Corley, NBC news, 26 Aug. 2026 Piker supporters, including progressive candidates who’ve campaigned alongside Piker, have sought to minimize calls to disavow Piker from Republicans and pro-Israel voices. — Christian Datoc, The Washington Examiner, 26 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for minimize

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On Wednesday, lawyers for Gomez filed a motion to dismiss the artist from the suit, and said she should have never been dragged into the case in the first place.

— Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 27 Aug. 2026
El-Sayed dismissed a potential fundraising gap in the race, which could occur if donors were pushed towards Rogers or if outside groups like AIPAC intervened on Rogers’ behalf.

— Nicholas Wu, semafor.com, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of dismiss

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At least one expert said that some workers could have access to oxygen, but others warned that the chances of finding survivors were diminishing.

— Shristi Kafle, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2026
Violence diminishes its victims, forcing everyone to play a single thankless role.

— Katy Waldman, New Yorker, 31 Aug. 2026

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