also: げんさつ
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
lessening; diminishing; reducing
Used for reducing or dampening something abstract, such as effect, impact, enthusiasm, or force. Often appears in formal or written contexts.
この政策は景気後退の影響を減殺することを目的としている。
This policy aims to lessen the impact of the economic downturn.
彼の一言で会場の熱気が一気に減殺された。
His single remark instantly dampened the enthusiasm in the room.