verb (transitive) as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

diminish, minimize

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Example Sentences

Example:The popularity of the old-fashioned watch has diminished in the age of smartphones.

Definition:To make smaller or less in size, importance, or amount

From diminish

Example:John tried to minimize the importance of his role in the team's success.

Definition:To make something seem of less importance, value, or effect

From minimize