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.

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WordMeaning
perorationthe concluding part of a discourse and especially an oration
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protrudeto jut out from the surrounding surface or context
seamyhaving the rough side of the seam showing
cloyingdisgusting or distasteful by reason of excess
arrogancean attitude of superiority manifested in an overbearing manner or in presumptuous claims or assumptions
warrantsanction
throespang
discernibleable to be perceived by a sense (such as sight or smell) or by the mind : capable of being discerned