diminution
UK [ˌdɪm.ɪ'nju:.ʃən] US [-ə'nu:-] formal
noun countable or uncountable
■reduction in size or importance （大小或重要性）减少；降低•Regular exercise can result in a general diminution in stress levels.经常锻炼可以全面缓解精神压力。 •The company suffered a diminution in profits.该公司处于利润萎缩的境况。 |