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

WordMeaning
implyto express indirectly
unobtrusivenot obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous
juga large deep container (as of glass, earthenware, or plastic) with a narrow mouth and a handle
inebriatedexhilarated or confused by or as if by alcohol : intoxicated
libidoinstinctual psychic energy that in psychoanalytic theory is derived from primitive biological urges (as for sexual pleasure or self-preservation) and that is expressed in conscious activity
inklinga slight knowledge or vague notion
warrena place legally authorized for keeping small game (such as hare or pheasant)
wontaccustomed
flusterto put into a state of agitated confusion : upset
uxoriousexcessively fond of or submissive to a wife