undiminished

/'ʌndi'mimiʃt/

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Explanation of "Undiminished"

Definition:
The word "undiminished" is an adjective that means something has not been reduced, decreased, or made smaller in any way. It describes a quality or feeling that remains strong or powerful without any loss.

Examples:

1. Basic Example:

   • "Her love for her family remained undiminished even after many years apart."
   • (This means her love did not decrease at all.)

2. Advanced Example:

   • "The undiminished enthusiasm of the crowd was evident as they cheered for their team."
   • (Here, it shows that the excitement of the crowd did not lessen.)

Word Variants:

• Diminish (verb): To make something smaller or less important.
  • Example: "The loud music did not diminish her enjoyment of the concert."
• Diminished (adjective): Reduced in size, amount, or importance.
  • Example: "His diminished confidence made it hard for him to speak in public."

Different Meanings:

While "undiminished" mainly refers to something that has not been reduced, it can also imply that a certain quality or feeling remains just as strong as it was before.

Synonyms:

• Unaltered
• Unchanged
• Intact
• Unreduced
• Constant

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

• Idiom: "As strong as ever"

  • This means something is just as strong now as it has always been.
  • Example: "Her determination is as strong as ever."

• Phrasal Verb: "Hold on to"

  • This means to keep or retain something, often feelings or memories.
  • Example: "He held on to his dreams undiminished by the difficulties he faced."

Summary:

"Undiminished" is a useful word to describe things that remain strong or unchanged. You can use it in many contexts, especially when talking about emotions, enthusiasm, or qualities that stay intact despite challenges.

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Adjective

1. not lessened or diminished
   • unrelieved suffering

Synonyms

• unrelieved