Verminderen
Example: We moeten de afvalproductie verminderen voor een schonere wereld.
Definition
"Verminderen" means to make something smaller in size, amount, or degree. It involves reducing or lessening something, such as lowering waste production or decreasing intensity, often to achieve a better or more manageable state.
Etymology
The Dutch verb "verminderen" comes from the combination of the prefix 'ver-' which can imply change or intensification, and the root related to 'minderen,' meaning to lessen or reduce. Did you know? The root is connected to the English word 'mind,' reflecting attention or consideration, but here it emphasizes making something less.
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"Verminderen" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A2) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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