Meaning & Definition of word "Diminish"

Diminish

/dɪˈmɪnɪʃ/

1. To make or cause to seem smaller, less, or less important.
- Example: The harsh criticism did not diminish her confidence.
2. To decrease or lessen in size, amount, intensity, or degree.
- Example: The medication helped to diminish the pain.
3. To reduce the authority, reputation, or prestige of someone or something.
- Example: He felt that the scandal would diminish his reputation in the community.
4. To cause to fade or become less noticeable.
- Example: As the sun set, the light began to diminish.

Middle English, from Old French diminuer, from Latin diminuere, from dis- + minuere to lessen.

diminish returns:

a situation where a continued increase in effort or investment leads to progressively smaller increases in output or benefit.

minimize:

to make (something) as small as possible.

truncate:

to shorten something by cutting off part of it.

Meaning: to tone down or chill out

Example Sentence: Why don't you just diminish your expectations a bit?