diminution
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/ˌdɪmɪˈnuːʃn/
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/ˌdɪmɪˈnjuːʃn/
making something smaller or less
There was a significant diminution in the company's profits.
公司的利润显著减少。
the process of becoming smaller in size or amount
The city experienced a diminution in its population.
该市的人口减少了。