Diminishing
/dɪˈmɪnɪʃɪŋ/
Definitions
- (adj.) Describing a gradual reduction or decrease in legal rights, interests, or entitlements.
The diminishing value of the patent affected the company's market position.
- (v.) Present participle of diminish, meaning to reduce or impair in a legal context.
The court considered the diminishing influence of the prior agreement.
Forms
- diminish
- diminished
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Commentary
As a present participle, 'diminishing' relates directly to 'diminish'; substantive legal definitions primarily reside under the base form.
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