B2verbUK spelling: minimisebusinessenvironment
US/ˈmɪn.ə.maɪz/
UK/ˈmɪn.ɪ.maɪz/
to make something bad, such as a risk or cost, as small as possible
In context
Wear a helmet to minimize the risk of head injuries.
The company moved online to minimize costs during the crisis.
Minimize the window and open the file on your desktop.
Words that go with minimize
verb + noun
- minimize the riskBack up your files to minimize the risk of losing them.
- minimize costsSmall firms look for ways to minimize costs.
- minimize the impactThe city is trying to minimize the impact of floods.
- minimize damageClose the windows to minimize damage from the storm.
- minimize wastePlan your meals to minimize waste.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
We should minimize the plastic.Correct: We should minimize the use of plastic.