In counterpoint, the imitation of, or reply to, a subject, in notes of half the length or value of those the subject itself.
The act of diminishing, or of making or becoming less; state of being diminished; reduction in size, quantity, or degree; -- opposed to augmentation or increase.
Noun
the act of decreasing or reducing something
Noun
the statement of a theme in notes of lesser duration (usually half the length of the original)
Noun
change toward something smaller or lower
n.
The act of diminishing, or of making or becoming less;
state of being diminished; reduction in size, quantity, or degree; --
opposed to augmentation or increase.
n.
The act of lessening dignity or consideration, or the
state of being deprived of dignity; a lowering in estimation;
degradation; abasement.
n.
Omission, inaccuracy, or defect in a record.
n.
In counterpoint, the imitation of, or reply to, a
subject, in notes of half the length or value of those the subject
itself.
Diminution
The world's opinion or diminution of me.
Nor thinks it diminution to be ranked In military honor next.3.
The act of diminishing, or of making or becoming less; state of being diminished; reduction in size, quantity, or degree; -- opposed to augmentation or increase.
Usage Examples
We do not commonly see in a tax a diminution of freedom, and yet it clearly is one.
The first thing which I can record concerning myself is, that I was born. These are wonderful words. This life, to which neither time nor eternity can bring diminution - this everlasting living soul, began. My mind loses itself in these depths.
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Other Usage ExamplesEvery diminution of the public burdens arising from taxation gives to individual enterprise increased power and furnishes to all the members of our happy confederacy new motives for patriotic affection and support.
I am deeply concerned with the diminution of the teaching strength of the country as a result of the disproportionately low salaries that are paid to teachers throughout the country.
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