diminished

This is a pressing concern in a super-aging society like Japan where -- while people live longer -- without proper muscle strength, quality of life can be drastically diminished.

But, in recent years, such intraparty conflict has diminished significantly, at least as reflected in the way members of Congress vote on legislation.

"Similarly, if we don't address inequality, embark on conflict, or suffer major disasters, our social foundations are diminished."

While 50% of transactions in China are made through app-based payments, participants expressed a diminished sense of ownership over their finances.

“It’ll hurt students who could thrive in an environment like that” if rigor is diminished, she said.