Minimize vs. Mitigate
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Difference Between Minimize and Mitigate
Minimizeverb
(transitive) To make (something) as small or as insignificant as possible.
Mitigateverb
(transitive) To reduce, lessen, or decrease.
Minimizeverb
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.Mitigateverb
(transitive) To downplay.
Minimizeverb
(transitive) To treat (someone) slightingly.
Mitigateverb
lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of;
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Minimizeverb
make small or insignificant;
Let's minimize the riskMitigateverb
make less severe or harsh;
mitigating circumstancesMinimizeverb
represent as less significant or important
Minimizeverb
belittle;
Don't belittle his influence
