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attenuate

verb
əˈtɛn.ju.eɪt

Meaning

To reduce the force, effect, or value of something; to make weak or thin.
To reduce the force, effect, or value of something.

Example Sentences

The medicine helps attenuate the pain.

The medicine helps attenuate the severity of the symptoms.

Synonyms

weaken, reduce, diminish, lessen, dilute
Entry 1
weaken, reduce, diminish
Entry 2
weaken, lessen, diminish, dilute, reduce

Antonyms

strengthen, intensify, enhance
Entry 1
strengthen, intensify, enhance
Entry 2
strengthen, intensify

Collocations

attenuate risk, attenuate effect, attenuate symptoms

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