What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
decrescent
Example
The decrescent sunlight signaled the end of the day. [decrescent: adjective]
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The moon was in its decrescent phase, appearing smaller each night. [decrescent: noun]
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The company's profits showed a decrescent trend over the past year. [decrescent: adjective]
diminishing
Example
The diminishing light made it hard to see. [diminishing: adjective]
Example
The population of the endangered species is diminishing rapidly. [diminishing: present participle]
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The impact of the pandemic on the economy is still diminishing. [diminishing: present participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Diminishing is more commonly used than decrescent in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between decrescent and diminishing?
Decrescent is often associated with technical or scientific language and can be more formal than diminishing, which is more commonly used in everyday language.
