minimise
英 ['mɪnɪmaɪz] 美 ['mɪnɪmaɪz]

vt.

把…减至最低数量[程度]；对（某事物）作最低估计，极力贬低（某事物）的价值[重要性]；

英英释义

minimise[ 'minimaiz ]

• v.
  • represent as less significant or important

    同义词：understateminimizedownplay

  • make small or insignificant

    同义词：minimize

双语例句

用作及物动词(vt.)

1. A computerised utility management system was developed in 1997 to further improve co-ordination and minimise disturbance to road users.
   当局在一九九七年开始采用一套电脑化公用事业管理系统，以改善统筹工作，并尽量减少对道路使用者造成滋扰。
2. A government ratings utility may be tempted to minimise downgrades when the economy sours.
   当经济不景气的时候，政府评级机构可能会受到诱惑，以尽量减少降级评估。

权威例句

Protection of in-stream biota from urban impacts: minimise catchment imperviousness or improve drainage design?
Removal of antibiotic growth promoters from poultry diets: implications and strategies to minimise subsequent problems.
Removal of antibiotic growth promoters from poultry diets: implications and strategies to minimise subsequent problems.
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