diminution | Definition of diminution

Synonyms and Antonyms of diminution

the amount by which something is lessened

a diminution of 60 percent over the course of the month

Synonyms of diminution

abatement, decline, decrease, decrement, dent, depletion, depression, diminishment, drop, drop-off, fall, falloff, loss, reduction, shrinkage, step-down

Words Related to diminution

deduction, subtraction

downturn, slip, slump

curtailment, cut, cutback, retrenchment, shortening

Near Antonyms of diminution

accretion, accrual, accumulation, addition, supplement

continuation, extension

upswing, uptrend, upturn

Antonyms of diminution

boost, enlargement, gain, increase, increment, raise, rise, step-up, uptick