Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
---|---|---|---|---|
minimize | No | No | Yes | No |
lessen | No | No | Yes | No |
minimize (verb) | lessen (verb) |
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make small or insignificant | decrease in size, extent, or range |
cause to seem less serious; play down | wear off or die down |
represent as less significant or important | make become smaller |