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 |
|---|---|
| dignitary | one who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor |
| tether | a line (as of rope or chain) by which an animal is fastened so as to restrict its range of movement |
| cessation | a temporary or final ceasing (as of action) : stop |
| promote | to advance in station, rank, or honor : raise |
| reserve | to hold in reserve : keep back |
| reprisal | a retaliatory act |
| explicit | fully revealed or expressed without vagueness, implication, or ambiguity : leaving no question as to meaning or intent |
| scheme | a plan or program of action |
| torrid | parched with heat especially of the sun : hot |
| medium | something in a middle position |