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DWINDLING

(noun, adj.sat, verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Dwindling.

Dwindling - as a noun

A becoming gradually less

Example: "There is no greater sadness that the dwindling away of a family"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dwindling away
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
decrease11drop-offlessening10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Dwindling - as an adjective satellite

Gradually decreasing until little remains

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
tapering11tapering off

Dwindling - as a verb

To decrease, shrink, diminish, reduce in size or intensity.

To fall away in quality; degenerate, sink.

To lessen; to bring low.

To break up or disperse.

Dwindling - as an adjective

Declining; growing less

Example: "There is dwindling support for new labour."

Example Sentences

"The dwindling population of the endangered species is a cause for concern."
"The dwindling resources in the region have led to conflicts."
"We need to take action to address the dwindling support for the project."
"The dwindling number of participants at the event was disappointing."
"The company is facing financial difficulties due to dwindling sales."
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Word Game Points

Is DWINDLING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, dwindling is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DWINDLING has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is DWINDLING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, dwindling is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DWINDLING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is DWINDLING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, dwindling is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DWINDLING has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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