diminish – A blend of diminue, “speak disparagingly,” and minish, “reduce in amount, degree, influence, power.” More…
formulate – Can mean “reduce to a formula.” More…
moderate – Etymologically, it means “keep within due measure,” and is derived from Latin moderari or moderare, “control, reduce.” More…
minimize – Means to reduce to an absolute minimum—not to play down or soften. More…