verb as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

diminish, decrease, dim

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Example Sentences

Example:He took steps to diminish the company's reputation after the scandal.

Definition:To make something smaller in size, extent, or importance.

From diminish

Example:The company's revenue decreased sharply after the economic downturn.

Definition:To reduce the size, amount, or number of something.

From decrease

Example:The fog dimmed the visibility on the road, making it more dangerous to drive.

Definition:To make something less bright, evident, or noticeable.

From dim