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diminish function

[/dɪˈmɪnɪʃ ˈfʌŋkʃən/]
noun/verb phrase
função diminuída; função reduzida
1. A reduction in the ability or capacity of something to perform its intended purpose or role
The patient experienced a diminish function in their kidney after the illness.
O paciente apresentou uma função diminuída nos rins após a doença.
2. In medicine/biology: a decline in the normal performance of an organ or system
Cognitive diminish function is common in elderly patients with dementia.
A função cognitiva diminuída é comum em pacientes idosos com demência.
3. In general usage: a decrease in effectiveness or operational capacity
The software update caused a diminish function in system performance.
A atualização do software causou uma redução na funcionalidade do sistema.
Synonyms
reduced functionimpaired functiondeclining functiondecreased capacity
Antonyms
enhanced functionimproved functionincreased capacityrestored function

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
função diminuída; redução funcional
Commonly used in medical contexts
Portugal
função reduzida; funcionamento diminuído
More formal usage in medical and technical documents

Related Idioms & Phrases

loss of function
functional decline
impaired performance
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