English Synonym Finder

dwindle

Definitions

To diminish gradually in size, amount, or strength.

To shrink or waste away.

Examples

The town's population began to dwindle as more people moved to the city for better job opportunities.

Our supplies of fresh water will continue to dwindle if we do not find a way to conserve them.

Synonyms

decrease diminish shrink wane fade ebb contract

Antonyms

increase grow expand thrive flourish amplify swell