downsizing
0 antonyms and opposites of downsizing, grouped by meaning.
Noun — The act of reducing the size of a company's workforce, often to cut costs.
How to use downsizing
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
company downsizing
downsizing to a smaller house
Etymology
From downsize plus -ing.
Full origin of downsizing →Frequently asked questions
What does “downsizing” mean?
The word “downsizing” means the act of reducing the size of a company's workforce, often to cut costs. In plain terms, making something smaller — usually a company's staff, or a household's size and belongings.
How do you use “downsizing” in a sentence?
Here is “downsizing” used in a sentence: “The downsizing led to hundreds of layoffs.”
What part of speech is “downsizing”?
“Downsizing” is a noun.
How many meanings does “downsizing” have?
“Downsizing” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of reducing the size of a company's workforce, often to cut costs.