1. to reduce something to the smallest possible amount or degree
2. to treat or represent something as less important than it actually is
3. to make a window or application smaller on a computer screen
Usage: computing

Examples

• We need to minimize our expenses this month.
• The company tried to minimize the environmental impact of the project.
• Don’t minimize the importance of getting enough sleep.
• She tends to minimize her own achievements.
• Click the button to minimize the window.
• The new design will minimize waste and maximize efficiency.
• He minimized the risks involved in the investment.