attenuation

noun

Pronunciation: /əˌten.juˈeɪ.ʃən/

Definition

A reduction in the force, effect, or value of something.

Examples

• Engineers must account for signal attenuation when designing long-distance fiber optic networks.

• The attenuation of the virus's virulence was a key goal in developing the new vaccine.

• We observed a gradual attenuation of interest among the participants as the meeting dragged on for three hours.

Synonyms of attenuation

Words with a similar meaning to attenuation:

• weakening
• reduction
• diminution
• ebbing

Antonyms of attenuation

Words with the opposite meaning to attenuation:

• amplification
• intensification

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