diminish
/dɪˈmɪnɪʃ/
CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #5472 in the learning path
减少；减弱；降低
Definitions
v. to become smaller or weaker, or make something so
减少；减弱；降低
v. to make someone or something seem less important or valuable
贬低；轻视
Example
The pain in my ankle gradually diminished overnight.
一夜之间，我脚踝的疼痛逐渐减轻了。
Investment in reliable public transport can diminish dependence on private cars and improve air quality in crowded cities.
投资建设可靠的公共交通可以减少对私家车的依赖，改善拥挤城市的空气质量。
Collocations
- diminish significantly
- diminish in importance
- diminish the impact
- diminishing returns
Word family
- diminished (adj.)
- diminishing (adj.)
- diminution (n.)
Synonyms
- decrease
- reduce
- lessen
Antonyms
- increase
- enhance
Usage tip
既可及物也可不及物：信心可diminish，也可被削弱。
FAQ
- What does diminish mean?
- to become smaller or weaker, or make something so to make someone or something seem less important or valuable
- How is diminish pronounced?
- UK /dɪˈmɪnɪʃ/, US /dɪˈmɪnɪʃ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
