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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

attenuation

/əˈtɛnyˌeɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does attenuation mean?

noun

The reduction in intensity or amplitude of a signal, wave, or other form of energy. The act or process of making something weaker or less intense.

Example

"The attenuation of the signal made it difficult to receive a clear transmission."

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