attenuation

Definitions

The reduction of the force, effect, or value of something.

A decrease in the strength of a signal, such as a light or sound wave, as it travels through a medium.

Examples

The thick concrete walls caused a significant attenuation of the radio signal.

The study focuses on the attenuation of light as it travels through deep ocean water.

Synonyms

reduction weakening diminution thinning decrease fading abatement

Antonyms

amplification strengthening increase intensification augmentation growth enhancement