diminish
di
di
mi
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nish
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British pronunciation
/dɪˈmɪnɪʃ/

Definition & Meaning of "diminish"in English

to diminish
01

to decrease in degree, size, etc.

Intransitive
to diminish definition and meaning
example
Examples
The effects of the medication gradually diminish over time.
Resources are currently diminishing due to increased demand.
02

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

Transitive: to diminish sb/sth
example
Examples
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.
03

to become less significant or decrease in importance over time

Intransitive
example
Examples
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.
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