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miniaturization

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˌmɪnɪtʃəraɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /ˌmɪniˌætʃərɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun
Definition

The process of making something smaller in size or scale.


Example

The miniaturization of technology has led to smaller and more efficient devices.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you heard about the latest trends in miniaturization?
Sloth B
Yeah, it's amazing how they can make gadgets so small now.
Sloth A
I know, right? The miniaturization of tech is really impressive.
Sloth B
Absolutely! It makes things so much more convenient.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
reduction
diminution
scaling
Antonyms
expansion
augmentation
enlargement
Root Explanation

Miniaturization → It is formed from "miniatur-" (from Latin *miniatura*, meaning small or reduced) and "-ization" (meaning the process of making). The word "miniaturization" refers to the process of making something smaller or reducing its size.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'miniature' which means small, and remember that 'miniaturization' is the process of making things smaller.

Visually Confused Words
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initiation
inauration
familiarization
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