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attrition

noun

əˈtrɪʃ.ən

Meaning

The process of reducing something's strength or effectiveness through sustained attack or pressure.

Gradual decline, loss, wear.

The gradual reduction in the number or strength of something, often due to constant stress, conflict, or loss.

The company faced high employee attrition due to job dissatisfaction.

The company faced high employee attrition.

The company faced high staff attrition last year.

war of attrition

reduction, erosion, diminution, decline, wear, weakening, exhaustion

Entry 1

reduction, erosion, diminution

Entry 2

erosion, decline, wear

Entry 3

erosion, weakening, reduction, decline, exhaustion

growth, expansion, increase, strengthening

Entry 1

growth, expansion, increase

Entry 2

growth, expansion, strengthening

Entry 3

strengthening, growth, increase

staff attrition, employee attrition, rate of attrition, war of attrition

a formally concluded and ratified agreement between states

The amount of work to be done by someone or something.

A partial or total loss of memory, usually caused by injury, illness, or psychological trauma.

cruel or unjust treatment or exercise of authority; the state of being subject to harsh treatment

The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.

a man who pursues a relationship with a woman, often with the intent to marry