Results for diminution

Definitions of diminution:

part of speech: noun

A lessening: degradation.

part of speech: noun

The act of lessening or making smaller; decrease.

part of speech: noun

The act of making less; reduction; lessening.

Usage examples for diminution:

• The decline of the Order brought with it a diminution of respect from the nations of Europe, and we read of constant and increasing interference from outside in the affairs of the Order. "Knights of Malta, 1523-1798", R. Cohen

• " Just so," answered Nicholl; " but in what proportion do you reckon the diminution of speed by friction?" "The Moon-Voyage", Jules Verne