Meaning & Definition of Diminish in English
English⟶
Diminish
/dɪmɪnɪʃ/
verb
1. Decrease in size, extent, or range
- "The amount of homework decreased towards the end of the semester"
- "The cabin pressure fell dramatically"
- "Her weight fell to under a hundred pounds"
- "His voice fell to a whisper"
synonym:
- decrease,
- diminish,
- lessen,
- fall
2. Lessen the authority, dignity, or reputation of
- "Don't belittle your colleagues"
synonym:
- diminish,
- belittle