GRE Word List
DIMINUTION
the act, process, or an instance of becoming gradually less (as in size or importance) : the act, process, or an instance of diminishing : decrease
The meaning of the word diminution is the act, process, or an instance of becoming gradually less (as in size or importance) : the act, process, or an instance of diminishing : decrease.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| abortive | prematurely born |
| vital | of the utmost importance |
| cupidity | inordinate desire for wealth : avarice |
| expatiate | to move about freely or at will : wander |
| glib | showing little forethought or preparation : offhand |
| reinstate | to place again (as in possession or in a former position) |
| abet | to actively second and encourage (something, such as an activity or plan) |
| guile | deceitful cunning : duplicity |
| admonish | to indicate duties or obligations to |
| slap | to strike sharply with or as if with the open hand |
