What is another word for trivialize?
Pronunciation: [tɹˈɪvɪəlˌa͡ɪz] (IPA) 
Trivialize is a word commonly used to describe making something appear less significant or unimportant than it actually is. There are several synonyms that can be used in place of trivialize such as belittle, downplay, diminish, minimize, and reduce. Belittle suggests diminishing the value or worth of something, while downplay suggests seeking to make something seem less important. Diminish suggests making something smaller or less significant, while minimize suggests reducing the perceived importance of something. Reduce implies making something smaller or less important, but can also indicate simplifying or breaking something down into smaller parts. These synonyms can be used interchangeably depending on the context and desired effect.
