Diminution

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /dɪmɪˈnjuːʃ(É™)n/

Origin

From Anglo-Norman diminuciun, Old French diminucion, from Latin diminutio

Full definition of diminution

Noun

1. A lessening, decrease or reduction.The new emission standards have produced a measurable diminution in air pollution.
2. (music) The shortening of the notes of a melody or theme.

Synonyms

• (lessening, decrease) diminishment

Related terms

• diminish
• diminuendo