dwindle
/ˈdwɪndl/
dwin · dle
ˈdwɪn · dl
English Definition
v. to become gradually smaller or diminish
Significado en Español
disminuir, menguar
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
giảm dần, thu hẹp
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dwind(le): ''wind'' suggests a gradual decrease, ''wind down''
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
As the resources were used up with no replenishment in sight, the supply began to ______.
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A
expand
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B
dwindle
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C
accumulate
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D
flourish
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B — dwindle.
“dwindle” means v. to become gradually smaller or diminish
Common questions about “dwindle”
What does “dwindle” mean?
dwindle — v. to become gradually smaller or diminish. In Chinese: 逐渐减少，缩小.
How do you pronounce “dwindle”?
dwindle is pronounced /ˈdwɪndl/. It breaks into 2 syllables: dwin · dle.
Is “dwindle” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. dwindle appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “dwindle”?
dwind(le): ''wind'' suggests a gradual decrease, ''wind down''
