definition of
minimize

[1] #1 minimize v. [minimise] make small or insignificant; "Let's minimize the risk". wn

[2] #2 minimize v. [understate, minimise, downplay] represent as less significant or important. wn

[3] #3 minimize v. [belittle, denigrate, derogate] cause to seem less serious; play down; "Don't belittle his influence". wn