Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
diminish
verb
/dɪˈmɪnɪʃ/
Definition
To make or become less in size, amount, or importance.
Examples
- She tried to diminish her fears by confronting them.
- The new policy will not diminish the quality of service.
- His actions only served to diminish his reputation.
Meaning
Diminish means to decrease or reduce something in extent or value.
Synonyms
- Reduce
- Lessening
- Decrease
- Subside
- Weaken
