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diminish

🇬🇧 UK/dɪ'mɪnɪʃ/🇺🇸 US/di'miniʃ/
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Definitions

v.

To make or become smaller, fewer, or less important; to reduce in size, strength, or significance.

减少,缩小;贬低,削弱

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
dinot, apart, away
+
minexcavate, dig, extract minerals
+
ishsomewhat, resembling
=diminish

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Nothing could diminish her enthusiasm for the project.

  • 2.

    As he got older, his ability to run long distances began to diminish.

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