dimin

/ˈdɪmɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A diminutive form or a diminutive word, especially in Romance languages.

“The dimin form of the word ‘house’ in Spanish is ‘casa’ but its diminutive form is ‘casita’.”

2. verb

To make something smaller or less in size, amount, or degree.

“The rain will dimin the floodwaters overnight.”

Synonyms

  • diminish
  • miniaturize
  • reduce

Antonyms

  • augment
  • increase