What does dwindling mean?
Dwindling means present participle and gerund of dwindle.
Dwindling
Pronunciation varies by accent · verb
Meaning
present participle and gerund of dwindle.
Definitions by Sense
- present participle and gerund of dwindle
- declining; growing less
- A gradual reduction to nothing.
Example Sentences
There is dwindling support for New Labour.
Yes, I am aware of the dwindling suppy situation. The supplies meant for the Resistance had to be diverted at the last moment, so we never received them.
The first of the boys trapped in a Thai cave were rescued earlier today, and the mission has been temporarily suspended while teams restock supplies. But rescuers have a dwindling window of opportunity, with forecasters predicting the return of heavy monsoon rains in the coming days, effectively sealing off the cave until October.
Synonyms for dwindling
Antonyms for dwindling
Related Words
Word Forms
- more dwindling
- most dwindling
- dwindlings
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for dwindling?
Common synonyms include decreasing, tapering, dwindling away, tapering off.
What is the opposite of dwindling?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use dwindling in a sentence?
There is dwindling support for New Labour.
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