minimiser

Etymology
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Verb

 * 1) to lessen the importance of in the mind of people; to belittle, downplay, understate
 * 2)  to reduce the effect of; to minimize
 * 1)  to reduce the effect of; to minimize

Usage notes

 * In the meaning "render smaller in size or scope", is considered an anglicism and verbs like,  or  are preferable.