min´i|miz´er

min´i|miz´er
min|i|mize «MIHN uh myz», transitive verb, -mized, -miz|ing.
1. to reduce to the least possible amount or degree: »

The polar explorers took every precaution to minimize the dangers of their trip.

2. to state or represent at the lowest possible estimate; make the least of: »

An ungrateful person minimizes the help others have given him.

SYNONYM(S): belittle.
min´i|mi|za´tion, noun.
min´i|miz´er, noun.

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