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The noise began to diminish after the bell.
What does Diminish mean?
To become less.
Dictionary definition
To make or become smaller, weaker, or less.
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Water can diminish quickly during a drought.
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The graph shows how the effect may diminish over time.
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What does diminish mean?
Diminish means To become less.
Practice 2
Which choice is closest in meaning to diminish?
The choice "reduce" is closest in meaning because diminish means to become less.
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Which choice is the best antonym or contrast for diminish?
The choice "increase" is a strong contrast because diminish means to become less.
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MeaningDiminish means To become less.
ExampleExample: The noise began to diminish after the bell.
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- Syllables
- dih · min · ish
- Strongest beat
- min
- Ending
- ish
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on min.
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increaseBecome greater.
strengthenMake stronger.
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diminish
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diminish
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