English dictionary
diminish
/d/I/'m/I/n/I//S/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
verb
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decrease in size, extent, or range
Source: WordNet 3.0
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lessen the authority, dignity, or reputation of
Synonyms belittleSource: WordNet 3.0
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To make smaller in any manner; to reduce in bulk or amount; to lessen; -- opposed to <i>augment</i> or <i>increase</i>.
Source: webster1913
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To become or appear less or smaller; to lessen; as, the apparent size of an object <i>diminishes</i> as we recede from it.
Source: webster1913