Definitions

1. verb

to reduce the size, amount, or number of something, especially a workforce or a company’s operations

“The company had to downsize its workforce due to the economic downturn.”

2. verb

to make something appear smaller or less impressive

“The critics felt that the movie’s plot was trying to downsize the hero’s role.”

3. noun

the act of reducing the size or number of something, especially a workforce or a company’s operations

“The downsizing of the company led to a significant reduction in employment.”

4. noun

a reduction in the size or number of something, especially a workforce or a company’s operations

“The downsizing of the industry has been a major concern for many workers.”