diminution

diminution的意思

noun

1. the act of decreasing or reducing something

Synonym: decreasereductionstep-down

2. the statement of a theme in notes of lesser duration (usually half the length of the original)

3. change toward something smaller or lower

Synonym: decline

1. 减小;减弱;降低
A diminution of something is its reduction in size, importance, or intensity.

e.g. The president has accepted a diminution of the powers he originally wanted.
总统已经接受了对自己原本要求的权力进行削减。
e.g. ...despite a slight diminution in asset value.
尽管资产价值略有减少

1. 减少,减小,衰退：减声器,减光器 diminisher | 减少,减小,衰退 diminution | 调光器,(灯)罩 dimmer