minimize

To reduce to the smallest possible amount, extent, size, or degree.

To represent as having the least degree of importance, value, or size.

To reduce to a minimum, or to the lowest terms or proportions; make as little or slight as possible; also, to depreciate; treat slightingly: as, to minimize the chances of war. Also spelled minimise.

To reduce to the smallest part or proportion possible; to reduce to a minimum.

To represent, to oneself or others, as of no importance or minimal importance or effect; to belittle or disarage.

To make (something) as small or as insignificant as possible.

To remove (a window) from the main display area, collapsing it to an icon or caption.

represent as less significant or important

cause to seem less serious; play down

make small or insignificant