dwindling

[ˈdwɪndlɪŋ]

dwindling Definition

diminishing gradually in size, amount, or strength.

Using dwindling: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "dwindling" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The company's profits have been dwindling for years.

  • Example

    The dwindling number of participants in the event is a cause for concern.

  • Example

    The town's population has been dwindling since the factory closed down.

dwindling Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for dwindling

Antonyms for dwindling

Phrases with dwindling

  • dwindling resources

    resources that are decreasing in quantity or quality

    Example

    The organization is struggling to meet its goals due to dwindling resources.

  • hope that is gradually fading away

    Example

    Despite the setbacks, she refused to give up and held on to her dwindling hope.

  • support that is gradually decreasing or disappearing

    Example

    The politician's dwindling support among voters was reflected in the latest polls.

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Summary: dwindling in Brief

'Dwindling' [ˈdwɪndlɪŋ] is an adjective that describes something that is gradually decreasing in size, amount, or strength. It can refer to various contexts such as profits, population, or resources. Examples include 'The company's profits have been dwindling for years' and 'The dwindling number of participants in the event is a cause for concern.' Synonyms for 'dwindling' include 'declining' and 'shrinking.'

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