How to Pronounce Minimized

To pronounce "minimized", say MIN-im-iz-ed — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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MIN-im-iz-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “minimized”

"minimized" has 4 syllables: min-im-iz-ed. It rhymes with surmised and utilized, if that helps it stick.

What does minimized mean?

verb

  1. To make (something) as small or as insignificant as possible.
  2. To remove (a window) from the main display area, collapsing it to an icon or caption.

    “I didn't close anything, but I minimized all the windows so I could see the desktop.”

Words that rhyme with minimized

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

surmisedutilizeddevisedrecognizedostracizedsurprisedscrutinizedmesmerizedchastiseddisguiseddisenfranchisedrealized

Related words

decreasedreducedabatedalleviatedamelioratedattenuatedavoidedcurtailed

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "minimized"?▾

"Minimized" has 4 syllables: min · im · iz · ed.

What does "minimized" mean?▾

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

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