to attenuate
01
减弱, 逐渐减少
to gradually decrease in strength, value, or intensity
Intransitive
Formal
例子
The effectiveness of the treatment has attenuated over time.
治疗的效果随着时间的推移已经减弱了。
The impact of the economic crisis attenuated as recovery measures were implemented.
随着复苏措施的实施，经济危机的影响减弱了。
02
稀释, 减少
to dilute or reduce the consistency of a substance
Transitive: to attenuate a substance
Formal例子
She attenuated the paint by mixing it with water to create a more translucent effect on the canvas.
她通过将颜料与水混合来稀释颜料，以在画布上创造出更半透明的效果。
The chef decided to attenuate the sauce by adding a splash of broth to achieve a lighter consistency.
厨师决定通过加入一点肉汤来稀释酱汁，以达到更轻的稠度。
03
减弱, 减少
to take away from something's effect, value, size, power, or amount
Transitive: to attenuate sth
Formal例子
The noise-canceling headphones helped to attenuate the loud sounds of the city streets.
降噪耳机有助于减弱城市街道的嘈杂声。
The medication was prescribed to attenuate the severity of her allergy symptoms.
这种药物被开出来是为了减轻她过敏症状的严重程度。
attenuate
Formal例子
His attenuate enthusiasm for the project was evident as he spoke in a quiet voice.
他对这个项目的减弱热情在他用安静的声音说话时是显而易见的。
His attenuate passion for the sport was noticeable during practice, as he seemed less engaged.
他对运动的减弱热情在训练中很明显，因为他似乎不那么投入。
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