Synonyms for minimize

Verb

1. minimize, minimise, decrease, lessen, minify

usage: make small or insignificant; "Let's minimize the risk"

2. understate, minimize, minimise, downplay, inform

usage: represent as less significant or important

3. minimize, belittle, denigrate, derogate, disparage, belittle, pick at

usage: belittle; "Don't belittle his influence"