Synonyms of downsize

downsize

verb

ˈdau̇n-ˌsīz 

as in to reduce

to make smaller in amount, volume, or extent

the company downsized its overseas operations in an attempt to cut costs

Synonyms & Similar Words

• reduce
• decrease
• lower
• deplete
• ease
• diminish
• minimize
• cut
• dwindle
• slash
• downscale
• lessen
• dent
• abate
• compress
• knock down
• drop
• shrink
• pare
• retrench
• trim
• shorten
• de-escalate
• curtail
• condense
• prune
• truncate
• cut down
• modify
• constrict
• cut back
• contract
• whittle
• crop
• dock
• abbreviate
• deflate
• abridge
• modulate
• nick
• clip
• qualify
• moderate

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• increase
• expand
• enlarge
• augment
• raise
• boost
• amplify
• escalate
• extend
• inflate
• swell
• blow up
• prolong
• add (to)
• lengthen
• dilate
• supplement
• complement
• elongate
• enhance
• aggrandize
• intensify
• distend
• heighten
• protract
• redouble

Examples Sentences

Recent Examples of downsize

At the same time, consumers are also downsizing, analysts said, in response to prices that are still high by historical standards. —Jim Henry, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024

The dispute centers around charters owned by Stewart-Haas Racing, which has decided to downsize, leaving three charters on the market. —Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 14 Dec. 2024

Many of Scandia’s current residents are retirees wanting to downsize, avoid unexpected homeownership costs, and focus on enjoying their retirement years. —Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024

Stay informed about trends, such as corporations downsizing their office spaces or small businesses seeking cost-effective workspaces. —Jason Anderson, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024