What does diminute mean?
Diminute means (obsolete) Small; diminutive..
Diminute
/ˈdɪmɪnjuːt/ · adjective
Meaning
(obsolete) Small; diminutive..
Definitions by Sense
- (obsolete) Small; diminutive.
- To reduce, to lessen.
Example Sentences
prices made diminute and lessened to such proportions and abatements as that fault should make
Synonyms for diminute
Antonyms for diminute
Related Words
Word Forms
- more diminute
- most diminute
- diminutes
- diminuting
- diminuted
Usage Notes
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What is a synonym for diminute?
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What is the opposite of diminute?
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How do you use diminute in a sentence?
prices made diminute and lessened to such proportions and abatements as that fault should make
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