Diminish
volume
British pronunciation/dɪmˈɪnɪʃ/
American pronunciation/dɪˈmɪnɪʃ/

Definicja i Znaczenie "diminish"

to diminish
01

to decrease in degree, size, etc.

Intransitive
to diminish definition and meaning
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The effects of the medication gradually diminish over time.
Resources are currently diminishing due to increased demand.
Confidence in the project was diminishing as delays continued.
02

to lessen the perceived value, significance, or importance of someone or something

Transitive: to diminish sb/sth
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The company 's unethical practices have diminished its reputation in the industry and among consumers.
The discovery of flaws in the research methodology diminished the credibility of the study's findings.
The teacher 's harsh words about his abilities diminished him in the eyes of his classmates.
03

to become less significant or decrease in importance over time

Intransitive
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As the years went by, the historical significance of the event began to diminish.
Her influence in the company started to diminish after she left the leadership role.
Public interest in the old technology has gradually diminished with the advent of new innovations.
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