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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.

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WordMeaning
expoundto set forth : state
triggera piece (such as a lever) connected with a catch or detent as a means of releasing it
meekenduring injury with patience and without resentment : mild
intermittentcoming and going at intervals : not continuous
ventureto proceed especially in the face of danger
connotationsomething suggested by a word or thing : implication
razeto destroy to the ground : demolish
rampa sloping way or plane: such as
bigotryobstinate or intolerant devotion to one's own opinions and prejudices : the state of mind of a bigot
collationa light meal allowed on fast days in place of lunch or supper