1
as in minimizes
to express scornfully one's low opinion of
tends to diminish any rival's accomplishments with snide remarks
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as in reduces
to make smaller in amount, volume, or extent
the state's blood supplies were severely diminished by the two consecutive disasters
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as in decreases
to grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually
the sound of the train diminished as our distance from it increased
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Recent Examples of diminishes
Davis has either tuned out or somehow remained oblivious to any fan sentiment that diminishes the magnitude of his home run because of what unfolded after it.
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Zack Meisel, New York Times, 15 May 2026
If the College Football Playoff expands, the urgency of the regular season diminishes by comparison, and in a sport that had, inarguably, the greatest regular season in sports, that's a huge blow.
—Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 8 May 2026
Art thrives on openness, and any narrowing of that space diminishes it.
—News Desk, Artforum, 7 May 2026
But with blanket hiring freezes, labor market elasticity diminishes.
—Katica Roy, Fortune, 2 May 2026
Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 2 May 2026
Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 30 Apr. 2026
Definition softens, dry lips are a constant, volume diminishes, and suddenly your favorite Pillow Talk Lip Liner is migrating and smudging into fine lines.
—Micaela English, Glamour, 30 Apr. 2026
The state’s Fair Districts Amendments ban drawing districts that favor one party or incumbent or one that diminishes the ability of minorities to elect the candidates of their choice.
—Jeffrey Schweers, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Apr. 2026
Zack Meisel, New York Times, 15 May 2026
If the College Football Playoff expands, the urgency of the regular season diminishes by comparison, and in a sport that had, inarguably, the greatest regular season in sports, that's a huge blow.
—Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 8 May 2026
Art thrives on openness, and any narrowing of that space diminishes it.
—News Desk, Artforum, 7 May 2026
But with blanket hiring freezes, labor market elasticity diminishes.
—Katica Roy, Fortune, 2 May 2026
Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 2 May 2026
Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 30 Apr. 2026
Definition softens, dry lips are a constant, volume diminishes, and suddenly your favorite Pillow Talk Lip Liner is migrating and smudging into fine lines.
—Micaela English, Glamour, 30 Apr. 2026
The state’s Fair Districts Amendments ban drawing districts that favor one party or incumbent or one that diminishes the ability of minorities to elect the candidates of their choice.
—Jeffrey Schweers, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for diminishes
Verb
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This minimizes the disruption to the natural contours of the streams.—
Stefan Ionescu
May 20,
New Atlas,
20 May 2026
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This minimizes the risk of being locked in lengthy procurement processes, which are often the reason for inflated costs and numerous inefficiencies.—
Miroslav Katsarov,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
Verb
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The system enables closed-loop recycling, which extends material life cycles and reduces cotton emissions and pollution.—
Jennifer Bringle,
Footwear News,
14 May 2026
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Oatmeal's beta-glucan fiber helps curb hunger, supports weight loss, and reduces harmful visceral fat.—
Colleen Doherty,
Verywell Health,
14 May 2026
Verb
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As the storm moves away, this likelihood decreases.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
19 May 2026
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As the storm moves away, this likelihood decreases.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
14 May 2026
Verb
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Russia dismisses such claims as nonsense.—
Reuters,
NBC news,
10 May 2026
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Goodspeed dismisses that idea as well.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
9 May 2026
Verb
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In fact, transparency mode eventually turns itself off until the wind subsides.—
Mark Knapp,
PC Magazine,
8 May 2026
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To better determine the value of locking in a mortgage rate now – or waiting until this current volatility subsides – borrowers need to start with an understanding of where mortgage rates stand right now, as of May 8, 2026.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
8 May 2026
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The audit also criticizes the city for not trying to boost compliance by issuing fines.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
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OpenAI memo criticizes Anthropic watch now Choose CNBC as your preferred source on Google and never miss a moment from the most trusted name in business news.—
Ashley Capoot,
CNBC,
20 Apr. 2026
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“Diminishes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diminishes. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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