TUMESCENCES Antonyms

• (geology) the erosion of soil as a consequence of sand and dust and loose rocks being removed by the wind

• a contraction of economic activity resulting in a decline of prices

• the act of letting the air out of something

• becoming smaller or less or appearing to do so

• a flabby softness

• process or result of becoming less or smaller

• the act of becoming less

• the property of giving little resistance to pressure and being easily cut or molded

• poor physical condition; being out of shape or out of condition (as from a life of ease and luxury)

• the quality of weather that is deliciously mild and soothing

• a state of declining economic condition

• a sound property that is free from loudness or stridency

• a visual property that is subdued and free from brilliance or glare

• acting in a manner that is gentle and mild and even-tempered

• the quality of being indistinct and without sharp outlines

• the trait of being effeminate (derogatory of a man)

• a disposition to be lenient in judging others

• causing to become limp or drooping

• any weakening or degeneration (especially through lack of use)

• wreaking or capable of wreaking complete destruction

• making light of