diminish

/dɪˈmɪnɪʃ/

Definitions

1. verb

to become or make something smaller or less in amount, degree, or extent

“The company’s profits began to diminish over the past year due to increased competition.”

2. verb

to reduce or lower the amount, degree, or extent of something

“The new policy aims to diminish the impact of climate change on local ecosystems.”

3. noun

a reduction or decrease in amount, degree, or extent

“The research team studied the effects of economic diminish on local communities.”

4. noun

a reduction in the size, strength, or intensity of something

“The storm’s power began to diminish as it moved inland.”

5. verb

to make something appear less or seem less important

“The politician’s popularity began to diminish due to a series of scandals.”

Synonyms

  • decrease
  • lessen
  • minimize
  • reduce

Antonyms

  • amplify
  • augment
  • enhance
  • increase