Dwindle
mediumDWIN-dul
verb
Definition
To diminish gradually in size, amount, or strength
Examples
“Their savings dwindled as unemployment continued.”
“Support for the policy dwindled over time.”
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GRE Tip
Dwindle is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "diminish" or "decline" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "grow".
Related GRE Words
wane
To decrease in vigor, power, or extent; become weaker
abate
To reduce in amount, degree, or intensity
ebb
To gradually decrease or decline; the movement of tide out to sea
subside
To become less intense, violent, or severe
deteriorate
To become progressively worse
degenerate
To decline or deteriorate physically, mentally, or morally
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