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1. attenuate
adjective. ['əˈtɛnjuːˌeɪt'] reduced in strength.
Synonyms
- weakened
- reduced
- attenuated
- decreased
Antonyms
- colorful
- unimpaired
- undiluted
- undamaged
Etymology
- attenuāre (Latin)
- attenuāt- (Latin)
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Words that Rhyme with Attenuate
- extenuate
Example sentences of the word attenuate
1. Verb, base form
Eating foods rich in iron can attenuate the problem.
2. attenuate
verb. ['əˈtɛnjuːˌeɪt'] become weaker, in strength, value, or magnitude.
Synonyms
- weaken
Antonyms
- strong
- high
Etymology
- attenuāre (Latin)
- attenuāt- (Latin)
3. attenuate
verb. ['əˈtɛnjuːˌeɪt'] weaken the consistency of (a chemical substance).
Synonyms
- weaken
Antonyms
- worsen
- vitalize
Etymology
- attenuāre (Latin)
- attenuāt- (Latin)