【げんじゃく】

    noun (common) (futsuumeishi); noun or participle which takes the aux. verb suru
  1. reduction; weakening; attenuation; diminution; diminishment; lessening
Forms
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Generated definitions (experimental)
  1. reduction
    2. This meaning refers to a decrease in size, amount, or strength. It can be used in various contexts, such as physical objects, quantitative measures, or even abstract concepts like influence.
    A reduction in sales is anticipated.
    His influence is gradually diminishing.
  2. weakening
    3. This meaning emphasizes a loss of strength or power, which can apply to physical forces, mental states, or social positions.
    The structure of the bridge weakened due to the strong winds.
    Her health has been weakening recently.
  3. attenuation
    4. This meaning relates to a gradual reduction in force, effect, or value, often used in scientific, technical, or medical contexts.
    The attenuation of the signal is causing communication issues.
    Research is being conducted on the attenuation of the drug's effectiveness.
  4. diminution
    5. This meaning indicates a reduction in size, extent, or importance, often used in literary or formal contexts.
    As time goes by, there is a diminution of his memory.
    The diminution of the economy is affecting many people.
  5. diminishment
    6. This meaning is similar to others and refers to the process of becoming smaller or less significant, often implying an ongoing action.
    The diminishment of his power is evident.
    The diminishment of nature is progressing due to environmental issues.
  6. lessening
    7. This meaning also conveys a gradual decrease and often suggests an improvement or relief from a problem or burden.
    I feel a lessening of the pain.
    The lessening of stress had a positive impact on his life.
Generated collocations (experimental)
to cause a reductionto undergo weakeningattenuation of lightdiminution of voiceweakening of immunityeffects of reductionto prevent weakeningdiminishment of effectivenessdecline in physical strengthdiminution of profession
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