attenuate
1 of 2verb/əˈtɛnjuˌeɪt/
Forms:attenuates,attenuating,attenuated,attenuated
1
to gradually decrease in strength, value, or intensity
C2- The effectiveness of the treatment has attenuated over time.
- The impact of the economic crisis attenuated as recovery measures were implemented.
- By the time they conducted the analysis, the effects had already attenuated.
- Over the years, his enthusiasm for the project has attenuated.
- Without proper maintenance, the performance of the machine will attenuate.
2
to dilute or reduce the consistency of a substance
transitive- She attenuated the paint by mixing it with water to create a more translucent effect on the canvas.
- The chef decided to attenuate the sauce by adding a splash of broth to achieve a lighter consistency.
- The scientist attenuated the solution by diluting it with distilled water to achieve the desired concentration.
- Attenuating the batter with sparkling water resulted in a lighter and crispier tempura coating.
- The pharmacist attenuated the medication by mixing it with a syrup base to make it easier to swallow.
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3
to take away from something's effect, value, size, power, or amount
transitive- The noise-canceling headphones helped to attenuate the loud sounds of the city streets.
- The medication was prescribed to attenuate the severity of her allergy symptoms.
- Planting trees along the highway can help attenuate the effects of pollution on nearby communities.
- Using filters on the camera lens can attenuate the intensity of bright sunlight in photographs.
- The dike was built to attenuate the force of the river's floodwaters and protect the surrounding area.