noun

(in folklore or fantasy literature) a member of a mythical race of short, stocky humanlike creatures who are generally skilled in mining and metalworking.

gnome,goblin,hobgoblin,troll,imp,elf,brownie,kelpie,leprechaun,fairy,pixie,sprite

verb

cause to seem small or insignificant in comparison.

the buildings surround and dwarf All Saints church

dominate,tower above,tower over,loom over,overlook,overshadow,overtop,outshine,put in the shade,surpass,exceed,outclass,outstrip,outdo,top,cap,trump,transcend,shame,put to shame,diminish,minimize,extinguish,outrival