Synonyms for

Diminish

Verb / dɪˈmɪnɪʃ / Another word for diminish — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To make or become less.

Synonyms & similar words

decrease fall increase lessen belittle reduce decrease lessen shrink weaken decline dwindle ebb fade slacken subside taper wane abate attenuate curtail mitigate moderate soften temper

Synonyms by register

Formal

decrease reduce lessen attenuate

Informal

go down cut back scale down ease up

Literary

wane ebb abate

Antonyms

increase grow expand develop augment amplify strengthen

Common collocations

  • diminish in importance
  • diminish the impact
  • diminish the risk
  • diminish the value
  • diminish over time
  • diminish the effectiveness
  • diminish the size

Word family

noun diminution
verb diminish
adjective diminishing

Usage note

Often used to describe a reduction in size, importance, or intensity. Be mindful of its formal tone; more casual alternatives may be suitable in informal contexts.

Example sentences

  1. The noise from the construction site will diminish over time.
  2. If you don't eat, your strength will diminish.
  3. The power of the storm will diminish as it moves toward the coast.
  4. The popularity of the game will diminish if they don't update it regularly.
  5. The light will gradually diminish as the sun sets.

Quotes

  • The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. - Nelson Mandela
  • The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others. - Mahatma Gandhi
  • The only way to do great work is to love what you do. - Steve Jobs

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