noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru'
reduction in size; shrinking; minimization
Refers to making something physically smaller or reducing its scale. Often used in technical or descriptive contexts.
この装置はデータの矮小化に役立つ。
This device helps in the reduction of data size.
模型
Shrinking the model requires delicate work.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru'
trivializing; making light of; playing down
Used when someone downplays the importance or seriousness of an issue, often in a dismissive way.
彼は問題を矮小化して、深刻に受け止めなかった。
He trivialized the problem and didn't take it seriously.
その発言は被害者の苦しみを矮小化するものだ。
That remark plays down the suffering of the victims.