diminish
verb (used with object)
to make or cause to seem smaller, less, less important, etc.; lessen; reduce.
has diminished
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present perfectof diminish (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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In Ethiopia, child protection coverage in some areas has diminished by up to 85 percent.
From Barron's ● Sep. 28, 2026
The rights holder typically airs specials promoting the show on affiliated TV stations and morning show segments, although those advantages have mattered less in recent years as traditional viewing has diminished.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 15, 2026
"The narrative goes a bit more blaming the refugees," said Rudiger, who believes empathy for the plight of those escaping conflict has diminished.
From BBC ● Jun. 18, 2026
Even though low-volatility stocks’ advantage has diminished, these stocks on average are able to produce returns almost as good as the overall market while incurring significantly less volatility.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 6, 2026
The Earth’s magnetic field has diminished by perhaps as much as 6 percent in the last century alone.
From "A Short History of Nearly Everything" by Bill Bryson
