Synonyms for

Thinning

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

Definition

The act of making something less thick or dense, or the process of becoming less thick or dense.

Synonyms & similar words

thinout thin loseweight dilute slim slimdown meltoff cutting cut reduce slenderize thicken gain reducing slimming decreasing lessening diluting weakening streamlining trimming attenuating narrowing tapering diminishing shrinking paring whittling easing mitigating

Example sentences

  1. I am thinning out the paint so that it spreads more easily.
  2. The farmer is thinning the herd to make it more manageable.
  3. The hairstylist is thinning the customer's hair with a razor.
  4. I am thinning the soup so that it's not too thick.
  5. The forest ranger is thinning the trees to reduce the risk of forest fires.

Quotes

  • I'm thinning out. I'm passing my wisdom on to other people.
  • Smokey Robinson
  • Mistakes are a part of life, learning from them is what makes you wise.

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