Definitions for Minimize
ˈmɪn əˌmaɪzmin·i·mize

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. minimize, minimiseverb

   make small or insignificant

   "Let's minimize the risk"

2. understate, minimize, minimise, downplayverb

   represent as less significant or important

3. minimize, belittle, denigrate, derogateverb

   cause to seem less serious; play down

   "Don't belittle his influence"

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1. minimizeverb

   To represent, to oneself or others, as of no importance or minimal importance or effect; to belittle or disarage.

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. minimizeverb

   To make (something) as small or as insignificant as possible.

2. minimizeverb

   To remove (a window) from the main display area, collapsing it to an icon or caption.

   I didn't close anything, but I minimized all the windows so I could see the desktop.

3. Etymology: From Latin

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1. minimize

   To minimize means to reduce something to its least possible amount, degree, or level. This could refer to reducing costs, risks, time spent, or any other type of resource or factor. It is often used in the context of problem-solving, decision-making, or optimizing processes or systems.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Minimizeverb

   to reduce to the smallest part or proportion possible; to reduce to a minimum

Dictionary of Military and Associated TermsRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. minimize

   A condition wherein normal message and telephone traffic is drastically reduced in order that messages connected with an actual or simulated emergency shall not be delayed.

Matched Categories

1. • Decrease

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of Minimize in Chaldean Numerology is: 1

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of Minimize in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8

Examples of Minimize in a Sentence

1. Ronald Grifka:

   We were glad Ivan could benefit from this procedure at C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital. Technology is continuing to evolve to give us greater options that reduce the need for surgical procedures and minimize risk of complications, our emphasis is always on ensuring our patients have access to the most advance treatments available. We’re pleased to be able to add this device to the array of options we’re able to work with to best meet the needs of patients like Ivan safely and effectively.

2. Eric Milito:

   A duplicative layer of new federal regulation is unnecessary, we urge the BLM to work carefully with the states to minimize costs and delays created by the new rules to ensure that public lands can still be a source of job creation and economic growth.

3. Megan Baldino:

   BP is following procedures and protocols to minimize the risk of COVID-19 and ensure the safety of our people. We are eliminating all non-essential activity on the slope.

4. Moosa Zameer:

   Someone has tried to kill the president to get into power, there will be some uncertainty. We've been working with all stakeholders including tour operators and international airlines. We have been trying to assess the situation and trying to minimize any impact for the tourism sector.

5. Bruce Rauner:

   In the meantime, we're going to manage the government without a budget, try to minimize the disruption to the people of Illinois and we're committed to working hard to make sure the men and women that serve the government are paid their full salaries on time.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=Minimize
2. ^ GCIDE
   https://gcide.gnu.org.ua/?q=Minimize
3. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Minimize
4. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Minimize
6. ^ Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms
   https://www.tradoc.army.mil/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/AD1029823-DOD-Dictionary-of-Military-and-Associated-Terms-2017.pdf