What is the antonym of “augment”?
The antonyms of augment are reduce, decrease, and diminish. These words convey the opposite meaning of augment, which means to increase or make something larger.
Brief Definitions of the Antonym(s)
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To make something smaller in size, amount, or degree.
Example
The company had to reduce its workforce due to financial difficulties.
To become smaller in size, amount, or degree.
Example
The temperature will decrease as we move into autumn.
To make something less important, valuable, or effective.
Example
The scandal has diminished the politician's reputation.
How are these antonyms different from each other?
- 1Reduce implies making something smaller in size, amount, or degree.
- 2Decrease implies becoming smaller in size, amount, or degree.
- 3Diminish implies making something less important, valuable, or effective.
Good things to know
- 1Business: Use these antonyms to describe changes in profits, sales, or production.
- 2Academics: Use these antonyms to describe changes in test scores, grades, or academic performance.
- 3Daily Life: Use these antonyms to describe changes in weather, traffic, or household expenses.