verb · Easy SAT word

    Minimize

    make seem unimportant; make small or insignificant

    Minimize in a sentence

    The company worked to minimize its environmental impact through sustainable practices.

    Synonyms for minimize

    • reduce
    • downplay
    • lessen

    Antonyms for minimize

    Practice minimize on real SAT questions

    Vocabulary like minimize appears on the Digital SAT in Words-in-Context questions, where you choose the word that fits a passage's meaning and tone. You can also drill this word with vocabulary flashcards.

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